Ingredients

• 5 - potatoes, big
• 2 tbsp - cumin seeds
• 1 tbsp - chilli powder
• 1/2 tsp - turmeric powder
• 1 tsp - garam masala powder
• 2 tbsp - oil
• Finely chopped cilantro
• Salt to taste

How to Make Potatoes in Cumin Masala

• Peel the potatoes and cut them into thin long strips.
• Add salt and transfer to a microwave safe bowl.
• Dry roast cumin seeds on a pan for about 30 seconds just so that they turn slightly brownish.
• Add chilli powder, cumin seed powder, turmeric and garam masala powder to the potato strips.
• Add 1 tbsp oil, toss well and leave for a couple of minutes.
• Microwave the mixture at max. temp for at least 4 minutes.
• Leave it aside for 2 minutes and microwave again for another 4 mins.
• Now the Aloo Jeera is ready to serve.
• You can add one more tbsp of oil, cilantro/coriander leaves just before serving and toss the mixture well.
• The flavour will be retained.
• It can be served with rice, rotis.