Crispy Turmeric Potatoes
Golden, bite-sized potatoes spiced with turmeric and cumin, finished with crispy caramelized onions. A simple Indian-inspired side that works as a weeknight dinner on its own or alongside rice.
- Total time
- 25 min
- Servings
- 4
- Calories
- 168
- Protein
- 3g

Ingredients
- 1.5 lb potatoes, cut into 1-inch cubes
- 1 medium onion, thinly sliced
- 1 tsp turmeric powder
- 1 tsp cumin seeds
Instructions
- 1
Heat 2 tbsp oil in a large skillet over medium-high until shimmering.
- 2
Add cumin seeds; sizzle 30 seconds until fragrant, then add potatoes.
- 3
Stir potatoes with turmeric and 1 tsp salt; cook 12–14 minutes until golden and fork-tender, stirring occasionally.
- 4
Push potatoes to the side; add onion to the empty space with 1 tbsp oil.
- 5
Cook onion 4 minutes, stirring constantly, until edges crisp and brown.
- 6
Toss onion with potatoes; taste and adjust salt and pepper, then serve hot.
Tools you’ll need
- large 12-inch skillet
- cutting board
- knife
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