Cumin Pan-seared Potato

Cumin Pan-seared PotatoI have been having cravings for potato dishes this entire week. Now that the weather has started to get colder and colder in Vermont, some comfort food would be perfect to serve at the dinner table. That’s why I wanted to share the recipe for this tasty and easy-to-make Cumin Pan-seared Potato dish today. 

Cumin Pan-seared PotatoThe taste of this dish is garlicky, spicy and with a hint of cumin flavor. The hot, soft and plain potatoes are perfect for carrying the bold flavors.

It’s a great choice for eating as a snack while watching super bowl games with your friends and family. 

Cumin Pan-seared Potato RecipeBelow is how I made this dish step-by-step. The total time needed is about 30 minutes!How to make Cumin Pan-seared PotatoI hope you enjoy making cumin pan-seared potato at home. If you like this recipe, please leave a rating and share it with your friends!

Cumin Pan-seared Potato
 
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Author: Spice the Plate
Serves: 2
Ingredients
  • 3 red potatoes
  • 1 head of garlic, minced
  • 1 green chili pepper, diced
  • 1 red chili pepper, diced
  • 2-3 dried chili pepper, cut into small pieces
  • 2 tablespoons oil
  • ½ tablespoon salt
  • ½ tablespoon black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon cumin powder
  • ½ tablespoon dried basil
Instructions
  1. Bring a medium pot of water to boil over high heat, carefully add the potatoes into the pot and then turn to medium heat.
  2. Boil the potatoes for about 10-15 minutes until softened but still firm (I tested with a chopstick, you could also use a folk or a knife)
  3. Drain the potatoes in a colander and then peel.
  4. Cut the peeled potatoes into long halves, carefully and slightly pat the potatoes with a knife to make them flatter.
  5. Heat a tablespoon of oil in a pan over medium heat, add in half of the minced garlic and sauté for about 2 minutes until the garlic is browned and fragrant.
  6. Turn to low heat, add in the potatoes and pan-fry the potatoes for about 10 minutes until both sides of the potatoes are browned, set the potatoes and the garlic aside.
  7. Heat a tablespoon of oil in a pan over medium-high heat, toss in the other half of the garlic, the red green and dried peppers, season with cumin powder, salt and pepper, sauté for 1-2 minutes.
  8. Add in the potatoes and garlic and toss in the dried basil, stir-fry for another 1-2 minutes.
  9. Remove from the pan and serve.
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