Garlicy Alu dum

Potatoes at its best

A great companion to Luchi this recipe gives a twist to the traditional Alu dum.

Server 4

Potato 8 small

Green Chillies 4

Garlic 10 pods

Sugar 1/2 tsp

Water 1/2 cup

Ghee (clarified butter) 2 tbsp

Salt to taste

Halve the potatoes and boil with a pinch of salt till cooked. Cool and peel the skin.

Chop the green chillies and garlic finely. Do not mash them. Each piece should stand out.

Heat the ghee in a wok. When hot add the garlic and the chillies. Saute till the garlic turns brown.

Add the potatoes, sugar and salt. Saute for two minutes.

Pour half a cup of water and simmer covered till cooked through.

Serve hot with Luchi.