Bihari Aloo Dum

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Ingredients

500 grams	baby potatoes
2 tablespoons	mustard oil
1 teaspoon	cumin seeds
1 teaspoon	turmeric powder
1 teaspoon	red chili powder
1 teaspoon	coriander powder
1 teaspoon	garam masala
2 tablespoons	yogurt
1 tablespoon	ginger-garlic paste
2	green chilies, slit
1	large onion, finely chopped
2	tomatoes, pureed
1 teaspoon	salt to taste
1 tablespoon	fresh coriander leaves, chopped

Instructions

1. 1 Boil the baby potatoes in salted water until just tender, then peel and set aside.
2. 2 Heat mustard oil in a pan until it reaches smoking point, then reduce the heat.
3. 3 Add cumin seeds and let them splutter.
4. 4 Add the chopped onions and sauté until golden brown.
5. 5 Stir in the ginger-garlic paste and sauté for another minute.
6. 6 Add the tomato puree and cook until the oil separates from the mixture.
7. 7 Mix in turmeric powder, red chili powder, coriander powder, and salt.
8. 8 Add the yogurt and stir continuously to avoid curdling.
9. 9 Add the boiled potatoes and green chilies, mixing well to coat the potatoes with the masala.
10. 10 Cover and cook on low heat for about 10 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld.
11. 11 Sprinkle garam masala and garnish with fresh coriander leaves before serving.