Aloo Posto (Potatoes in aromatic poppy seed paste)

A very simple and quick recipe for posto/ poppy lovers. Poppy has a nice nutty, aromatic and delicate flavor that typically compliments well with anything that has a delicate flavor too, for example, potatoes, fish, chicken, zucchini, etc.

You need:

Potatoes - 3 nos. (Peeled and cut into cubes)

Nigella seeds - 3/4 tsp

Green chili - 2-3 (slit lengthwise)

Poppy seed paste - 2 Tbsp

Turmeric

Salt

Fresh green coriander/ cilantro to garnish

Oil

1) Heat oil in a pan and add nigella seeds.

2) Once you get the aroma add the green chili, followed by turmeric and salt. Once a little brown, add a 2 tbsp of water, cover and cook till almost done. ( You can also used pre-boiled potatoes, but make sure they are not so soft that they break when you stir)

3) Add the poppy seed paste and cook for some more time. Add water based on the consistency you like. Garnish with coriander leaves/ cilantro.

*tastes nice with parathas/ puris. (Indian flat bread - shallow fried or deep fried)