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Potato poriyal
Simple ingredients, warm spice and plenty of flavor.
Potato poriyal: golden potatoes are dotted with black mustard and coconut.
Images are AI-generated serving illustrations; actual portions and results may vary.
GET EVERYTHING READY
Everything you’ll need.
For 4 servings. Tap each ingredient as you get it ready.
SPICE MAGICBlack Mustard Seeds WholeView this spice →
SPICE MAGICTurmeric Root PowderView this spice →
Use the written amounts, not the portions shown in the illustrations. US volume and weight equivalents are approximate.
What equipment do I need?
Saucepan; lidded frying pan.
The recipe at a glance.
See the sequence, then follow the full instructions below.
FOLLOW ALONG
4 simple steps.
One delicious result.
Illustrative preparation stage 1 Boil potatoes
Boil then simmer
Have readyPotatoes, water
- Cover potatoes with water in a saucepan.
- Bring to a boil and simmer 10–12 minutes until just tender.
- Drain well.
Illustrative preparation stage 2 Temper mustard
Medium then low
Have readyOil, mustard, curry leaves
- Warm oil over medium heat.
- Add mustard and cover with a splatter screen.
- When it pops, lower heat and carefully add completely dry curry leaves.
SPICE MAGICBlack Mustard Seeds WholeView this spice →Next: Toss with turmeric ↓Illustrative preparation stage 3 Toss with turmeric
Medium-low
Have readyTurmeric, salt, potatoes
- Stir in turmeric and salt, then drained potatoes.
- Cook for 6–8 minutes, turning gently.
Illustrative preparation stage 4 Finish with coconut
Low
Have readyCoconut
- Stir in coconut for 1 minute and turn off heat.
AT THE TABLE
A few good things alongside.
Basmati rice
Dal
Cucumber raita
AI-generated serving suggestions. Side dishes are separate from the recipe quantities.
A few things worth knowing.
Recipe development status
Original development recipe; quantities, yield and timings require kitchen testing.
Measuring your ingredients
US volumes are approximate; weigh ingredients when possible.
Ingredients and allergens
Allergen check: includes mustard. Check all packaged ingredients, including spice blends, and separate serving suggestions.
FROM YOUR SPICE SHELF