METHOD
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cook the potatoes
Peel the potatoes and cut them into larger chunks, approx. 2-3 cm (1-inch) in size. Add to a large pot and cover with water—season with salt. Place on a medium heat and bring to a boil. Simmer for 10 - 12 minutes over low heat or until almost cooked.
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curry
Place a large pan over medium heat. Add the oil, cumin, and dried chili (optional). Stir, and add the diced onion. Saute for 5 minutes, add the drained potatoes, and cook for 3 - 4 minutes, stirring occasionally.
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curry
Peel the ginger and garlic and finely mince it. Add to the potato—season with garam masala, turmeric, sweet paprika powder, and curry powder. Cook for 2 minutes. Cut the cherry tomatoes into quarters and add to the spices. Stir and pour in the canned diced tomatoes. Pour 150ml (1/2 cup) of water and cook for 10 minutes.
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curry
Season the Potato Curry with salt, and when the potato is tender and cooked, add the fresh spinach. Cook until the spinach wilts, then serve.
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serve
Serve the Potato Spinach Curry with flatbread or basmati rice. Optionally, stir in a teaspoon of coconut cream right before serving.