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Bombay potatoes with mustard seeds and lemon

Tender potatoes in a dry, tangy tomato and spice coating, the classic curry house side.

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  • Time35 min
  • LevelEasy
  • Costabout £0.56 a head

Cost is worked out from Aldi and Tesco shelf prices in October 2026. Your shop and brands will differ.

4 servings

Ingredients

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Method

  1. 1

    Halve the potatoes if large. Boil in salted water for 12 minutes until just tender, then drain and let the steam off.

    12 min
  2. 2

    Heat the oil in a wide pan. Add the mustard and cumin seeds and cook for 30 seconds until they pop.

  3. 3

    Add the onion and cook for 6 minutes until soft. Stir in the garlic and ginger for 1 minute.

    6 min
  4. 4

    Add the turmeric, chilli powder, ground coriander and tomatoes. Cook for 6 minutes until thick and jammy.

    6 min
  5. 5

    Tip in the potatoes and salt and toss for 5 minutes so they take up the sauce and the edges catch a little.

    5 min
  6. 6

    Squeeze over the lemon juice, scatter with fresh coriander and serve hot.

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