Aloocha Phatphata

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Ingredients

2 medium	potatoes
2 tablespoons	oil
1 teaspoon	mustard seeds
1 teaspoon	cumin seeds
1 pinch	asafoetida
8-10	curry leaves
2 tablespoons	peanuts
2 tablespoons	grated coconut
1 teaspoon	turmeric powder
1 teaspoon	red chili powder
1 tablespoon	jaggery
1 tablespoon	tamarind pulp
1 teaspoon	salt
2 tablespoons	fresh coriander leaves

Instructions

1. 1 Peel and cube the potatoes into small pieces.
2. 2 Heat oil in a pan and add mustard seeds. Let them splutter.
3. 3 Add cumin seeds, asafoetida, and curry leaves. Sauté for a few seconds.
4. 4 Add peanuts and fry until they turn golden brown.
5. 5 Add the cubed potatoes and stir well.
6. 6 Add turmeric powder, red chili powder, and salt. Mix to coat the potatoes.
7. 7 Cover and cook on low heat until the potatoes are tender, stirring occasionally.
8. 8 Add grated coconut, jaggery, and tamarind pulp. Mix well and cook for another 2-3 minutes.
9. 9 Garnish with fresh coriander leaves before serving.