Indian-Style Potatoes - Khatta Aloo

From: Teddy's Mommy

On Sep 29, 2008

I used the full amount of hot chili pepper (2 small jalapenos) and the full amount of cayenne WOW it was HOT!! My tongue actually felt sunburned! I think next time I'll only use one small jalapeno. I was burning so much I almost couldn't taste it, but when I could it was very delicious. I think this is definitely a winner recipe but I think I need to lower the spice level a little bit for us. It smelled great, and I scrambled it with eggs the next morning for breakfast! Mmm! Thank you so much for sharing this recipe with us.

From: MechanicalJen

On Mar 8, 2008

I wanted to make this a second time before I reviewed it. The first time I used the full amount of cayenne and jalapeno - it was way too hot for me, even after cutting it with yogurt. Just a word of caution for those that can't handle high heat like myself. I made this again today, eliminating the cayenne & jalapeno. Very fragrant, lovely dish with beautiful color. I used this as a main dish, stuffing it into a pita. Next time, I may add a little jalapeno until I get it just right. Wonderful, thanks for such a refreshing dish!.

From: Roosie

On Oct 13, 2004

Ooooh, Sue! Another winning dish! These are delicious! Followed the recipe exactly with a few minor subs- I used steamed russets instead of new potatoes (it's all I had on-hand, and I really wanted to make this!) and added a tsp of dried mint with the other spices rather than fresh (although I'm sure fresh would be spectacular). The spice blend is extremely tasty- I thought the caraway was a really interesing unusual addition. As far as heat goes, I used 1 large thai pepper and only 1/2 tsp cayenne. Thanks to you and your great recipes, we are developing a taste for spicy food, but we're not quite iron-tongued like you yet! This comes together so quickly. I imagine you could cook your potatoes in advance and then throw this together in a flash at dinner-time. Very attractive dish. Mine looked just just like the beautiful picture (well, my potatoes were a little softer, being russets, but still absolutely lovely!) The lime juice is a fantastic touch. Thank you Sue L, for another winner! This will be made again for sure!

From: Lizzie in NZ

On Jul 11, 2006

We loved this. I only added 1/4 t of the cayenne as I'd already added a generous sprinkle of chilli flakes, having no fresh chillies on hand. I didn't use new potatoes either as I didn't have any but it still came out lovely. Of course new potatoes would be the best choice for this dish. Thanks Sue.