A delicious starter meal that you can serve with salad, curry or even rice
Cook time: 10 Minutes
Total time: 20 Minutes
Yield: 2 Servings
Ingredients
- 1kg Potatoes
- 1 Tablespoon Turmeric
- 1 Tablespoon Cumin
- Pinch Salt
- Peel potatoes and chop into cubes
- Add oil in regular pan. We want the potatoes to start sticking to the pan as they cook so that we can scrape off the dried bits to give extra crunch
- On medium heat fry the potatoes stirring occasionally
- When almost cooked through turn heat up, add cumin, turmeric and salt
- Stir fry few seconds then take off heat
Cumin Turmeric Pan-Fried Potatoes
Golden, crisp, and fragrant with warm spices, these potatoes are a simple yet flavorful side dish. Perfect with breakfast, in wraps, or served alongside grilled mains.
FAQs – Cumin Turmeric Pan-Fried Potatoes
Q: What kind of potatoes are best for pan-frying?
A: Waxy potatoes like red potatoes or Yukon golds hold their shape well and crisp nicely. However, russets work too if you prefer a fluffier interior.
Q: Can I make this dish oil-free?
A: While some oil is needed for crisping, you can reduce the quantity and use a non-stick pan or air-fry for a lower-oil version.
Q: Can I add other spices?
A: Definitely! Try adding chili flakes for heat or coriander powder for extra depth.
Q: How long do these potatoes keep?
A: They stay good in the fridge for up to 3 days. Reheat in a skillet or oven to bring back crispness.
Q: Is boiling the potatoes first necessary?
A: Parboiling helps them cook faster and more evenly when pan-fried, but you can also pan-fry raw thin slices over low heat with a lid to soften them.
Printable Nutrition Card (Per serving – based on 4 servings)
| Nutrient | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | ~180 kcal | Based on 1 tbsp oil and 1 medium potato |
| Total Fat | ~8 g | Primarily from cooking oil |
| Saturated Fat | ~1 g | Depends on oil used |
| Sodium | ~240 mg | From salt and spices |
| Carbohydrates | ~25 g | Natural carbs from potatoes |
| Fiber | ~3 g | More if skin-on |
| Sugar | ~1 g | Natural sugars |
| Protein | ~3 g | From potatoes |
Dietary Information
| Diet Type | Suitable? | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Vegetarian | ✅ Yes | 100% plant-based |
| Vegan | ✅ Yes | No animal products |
| Gluten-Free | ✅ Yes | Naturally gluten-free |
| Dairy-Free | ✅ Yes | No dairy involved |
| Nut-Free | ✅ Yes | Safe for nut allergies |
| Low-Carb / Keto | ❌ No | Potatoes are high in carbs |
| Paleo | ✅ Yes | Use unrefined oil like avocado or coconut |
| Whole30 | ✅ Yes | As long as compliant oil is used (e.g., olive oil, ghee) |
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