Chtitha Batata (Algerian Potato Stew)
Nationality: Algerian
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Ingredients
- 4 cloves Garlic 0.0
- 1 small Red Chilli 0.0
- 1 tsp Ground Cumin 0.0
- 1 teaspoon Paprika 0.0
- 1/2 teaspoon Black Pepper 0.0
- 1/2 teaspoon Cayenne Pepper 0.0
- 1/2 teaspoon Salt 0.0
- 2 tablespoons Olive Oil 0.0
- 2 Lbs New Potatoes 0.0
- 1 tablespoon Tomato Puree 0.0
- Boiled Water 0.0
- To taste Salt 0.0
Instructions
Combine garlic, chile pepper, cumin, paprika, black pepper, cayenne, and salt in a mortar; grind with a pestle until it forms a paste. Add olive oil and mix dersa well. Heat a large saucepan over medium heat and stir-fry dersa until fragrant, 2 to 4 minutes. Add potato halves and stir to combine with the dersa. Stir in tomato paste. Pour in enough water to just cover the potatoes and bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer until potatoes are tender, about 40 minutes. Ladle potatoes into a serving bowl. Spoon any remaining sauce over the potatoes.