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Ingredients

2 medium	potatoes
3 tablespoons	poppy seeds
2 tablespoons	mustard oil
1 teaspoon	nigella seeds
2	green chilies
0.5 teaspoon	turmeric powder
—	salt to taste
—	water as needed

Instructions

1. 1 Peel and cube the potatoes into bite-sized pieces.
2. 2 Soak the poppy seeds in warm water for 15 minutes, then grind them into a smooth paste using a little water.
3. 3 Heat mustard oil in a pan until it smokes lightly, then reduce the heat.
4. 4 Add nigella seeds to the oil and let them splutter.
5. 5 Add the green chilies and sauté for a few seconds.
6. 6 Add the potato cubes to the pan and sauté for 5-6 minutes until they start to turn golden.
7. 7 Sprinkle turmeric powder and salt over the potatoes and mix well.
8. 8 Add the poppy seed paste and mix thoroughly with the potatoes.
9. 9 Pour in a little water to help cook the potatoes and cover the pan.
10. 10 Cook on low heat until the potatoes are tender and the water has evaporated, stirring occasionally.
11. 11 Adjust seasoning if necessary and serve hot with steamed rice.