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Potato and Poppy Seed Curry

A comforting Bengali-style curry with tender potatoes in a creamy, nutty poppy seed sauce. Serve with warm bread for a satisfying meal.

Total time
40 min
Servings
4
Calories
220
Protein
4g
Potato and Poppy Seed Curry
ComfortingIndianVeganVegetarianGluten-FreeDairy-FreePlant-basedCreamy

Ingredients

  • 4 medium potatoes
  • 3 tbsp poppy seeds
  • 1 large onion
  • 3 cloves garlic
  • 1 tsp turmeric
  • 2 tbsp vegetable oil
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1.5 cups water

Instructions

  1. 1

    Peel and cube the 4 potatoes into 1-inch pieces. Soak the 3 tbsp poppy seeds in 1/4 cup warm water for 10 minutes, then drain.

  2. 2

    In a blender, combine the soaked poppy seeds, 1 chopped onion, and 3 garlic cloves. Blend into a smooth paste, adding 1-2 tbsp water if needed.

  3. 3

    Heat the 2 tbsp vegetable oil in a pan over medium heat. Add the potato cubes and cook, stirring occasionally, until lightly golden, about 5 minutes.

  4. 4

    Add the poppy seed paste and 1 tsp turmeric. Stir and cook for 2 minutes until fragrant and the paste darkens slightly.

  5. 5

    Pour in 1.5 cups water and add 1 tsp salt. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer until potatoes are fork-tender, about 15-20 minutes.

  6. 6

    Uncover and simmer for another 5 minutes to thicken the sauce to your liking. Adjust salt if needed.

  7. 7

    Serve hot with bread or rice.

Tools you’ll need

  • Blender
  • Large pan with lid
  • Knife
  • Cutting board
  • Measuring cups and spoons

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