Aloo Simla Murch

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Aloo Simla Mirch - curried potatoes with red bell pepper

4 medium potatoes

1 large onion

3 cloves garlic

1/2 t mustard seeds

1/2 t cumin seeds

2-6 fresh green chilies

1 red bell pepper

1-2 T oil or ghee

2 medium tomatoes

1 t coriander powder

1/2 t turmeric

pinch of hing [asafoetida]

1/2 cup chopped cilantro or parsley

1. Boil or microwave the potatoes, leaving them slightly underdone. Cut into 1" cubes
2. Chop onion and garlic very fine, a food processor works well for this
3. Select 2-6 green chilies, for example, Serrano, jalapeno or cayenne to taste. Remove seeds & vein and chop coarsely. Can substitute canned green chilies, but may have to add red pepper flakes for heat. Cut thee red pepper into 1/2" strips
4. Heat oil in a large cast iron skillet [or equivalent]. add the mustard seeds, cumin seeds stir fry for a few seconds releasing the flavors. Then add onions, green chilies and garlic and sauté on medium heat until the onions turn light brown ( 10-15' )
5. Add the chopped tomatoes, turmeric, hing and coriander powder and salt to taste. Continue to cook for 5'
6. Add the potatoes, mix, then simmer with cover on for 4-5'
7. Garnish with parsley or cilantro