Dopiazeh Aloo Persian Potato Curry
Dopiazeh Aloo Persian Potato Curry is a vibrant and comforting dish that transports you to the heart of Persian cuisine. Featuring tender potatoes simmered in a spiced tomato sauce with fragrant onions, this curry is perfect for cozy family dinners or gatherings with friends. Each bite offers a delightful burst of flavor, making it an instant favorite at your table. Serve it alongside fluffy rice or warm bread to savor every drop of the luscious sauce!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: Persian
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 medium potatoes, cubed (about 500g)
- 2 large yellow onions, sliced
- 2 medium tomatoes, chopped (or 1 can diced tomatoes)
- 1 tsp turmeric powder
- 1 tsp cumin seeds
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil
- Salt to taste
- Fresh coriander (cilantro) for garnish
Instructions
- Prepare your ingredients by peeling and cubing the potatoes, slicing the onions, and chopping the tomatoes.
- In a large pot over medium heat, warm the vegetable oil and sauté the onions until golden brown (about 10 minutes).
- Add cumin seeds and turmeric powder; sauté for another minute until fragrant.
- Stir in chopped tomatoes and salt; cook until tomatoes break down into a sauce (about 5 minutes).
- Gently fold in cubed potatoes and add 1 cup of water. Cover and simmer on low heat for about 20 minutes or until potatoes are tender.
- Adjust salt if necessary, garnish with fresh coriander, and serve hot with rice or bread.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (250g)
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: - For extra protein, consider adding chickpeas or vegetables like peas or carrots. - Feel free to swap potatoes with other root vegetables for variation.