Potato korma - Potato Kurma - Step Wise Pictures - Side Dish for chapathi,Poori,Dosa

Potato korma(Aloo kurma) is a good accompaniment for Poori,chapati,idli,Appam and Dosa.Potatoes are a great source of carbohydrates, protein, calcium, niacin and Vitamins C and B-complex. These properties help fight heart disease and keep blood pressure at normal levels. Potatoes also contain carotenoids, key to heart health and overall health and wellness.Boiled potatoes are naturally rich in vitamins and minerals, particularly potassium, phosphorus, B-complex vitamins and vitamin C. They are low in calories and fat, and their high fiber content helps you feel full.

Potato kurma

Ingredients

Potato - 3.

mustard seeds - 1 tsp.

chana dal - 1 tsp.

urad dal - 1 tsp.

onion -2.

tomato -2.

cilantro - few.

To Grind

Red chillies - 5.

cumin - 1/2 tsp.

coriander seeds - 1 + 1/2 tsp.

coconut - 3 tbsp.

roasted chana dal - fistful.

garlic - 2.

salt - for taste.

Grind the ingredients with little water.

Preparation

Cook the potatoes for 3 whistles, and smash it into tiny pieces.

Method

Heat the oil, add mustard seeds, when it splutters throw urad dal,chana dal.
When dal turns golden brown colour add chopped onions, when it turns golden brown colour add tomatoes saute well, till it turns mushy.
Add Ground paste, and water according to the consistency.(i hav added 2 cups of water).

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When the water starts boiling add smashed potatoes, let it cook in a medium flame for 10 - 15 min, till the raw smell goes and everything combines, and it gets a thick gravy consistency.