Ingredients

  • 3 tablespoons clarified butter
  • 1 tablespoon coriander seeds
  • 1 teaspoon cumin seeds
  • 1 teaspoon turmeric
  • 1/2 pound sweet potato peeled, chopped
  • 1 eggplant small, chopped
  • 1 red onion chopped
  • 1 green chili finely chopped
  • 13 1/2 ounces diced tomatoes
  • 7 ounces long grain rice
  • 1 clove garlic minced
  • 1 pound potatoes peeled, sliced
  • cilantro leaves fresh, to serve
  • chapati bread to serve

Method

  • Heat 1 1/2 tbsp butter in a large saucepan over medium heat. Saute 1/2 tbsp coriander, 1/2 tsp cumin and 1/2 tsp turmeric for 1 min, until fragrant. Add sweet potato, eggplant, onion and chili. Saute for 3-4 mins. Add tomatoes, 1/2 cup water and rice. Bring to a boil, reduce heat and simmer for 10-15 mins.
  • Meanwhile, heat remaining butter in a frying pan over medium heat. Fry remaining spices and garlic for 1-2 mins, until fragrant. Add potatoes and cook for 10-15 mins, until tender and golden.
  • Serve vegetable curry with potatoes. Sprinkle with fresh cilantro. Serve with chapati.