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Kashmiri Dum Aloo Yakhni

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Baby potatoes poached in fennel-scented yogurt yakhni, Kashmir without the chilli heat. A proper gravy curry — the kind that demands something bread-shaped for mopping. Serve with jeera rice or flaky parathas.

Prep 20 min Cook 39 min Serves 3 Medium

Ingredients

  • Yogurt2 cups, whisked
  • Ginger Garlic Paste1 tbsp
  • Garam Masala1 tsp
  • Saltto taste
  • Onion2, finely chopped
  • Tomato3, chopped
  • Green Chili2, slit
  • Coriander Powder2 tsp
  • Turmeric Powder1/2 tsp
  • Vegetable Oil3 tbsp
  • Potato3 medium, cubed
  • Red Chili Powder1 tsp
  • Fennel1 tsp
  • Green Cardamom1 tsp

Optional extras

  • Kasuri Methi1 tsp
  • Fresh Cilantro2 tbsp, chopped

Instructions

  1. 1

    Soften the onions over medium heat till they slump and turn bronze at the edges.

  2. 2

    Add ginger garlic paste with a splash of water and scrape up the browned bits.

  3. 3

    Add the tomato with turmeric, chili and coriander powder; fry till the masala darkens and splits.

  4. 4

    Stir in the potato and yogurt, saute five minutes, then add hot water and cook covered until done.

  5. 5

    Swirl in cream or a spoon of whisked yogurt off the flame, then shower with cilantro.

Chef's tip

Hot water, never cold, keeps the gravy from turning greasy and dull.

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