Spiced Potato Achar with Mustard and Turmeric

Name: Spiced Potato Achar with Mustard and Turmeric
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 35 min
Yield: 8 servings
Cuisine: Nepali
Ingredients: 2 medium, peeled and cut into 1/2-inch cubes potatoes; 2 tbsp mustard oil; 1 tsp mustard seeds; 1/2 tsp turmeric; 1/4 tsp chili powder; 1/4 cup rice vinegar; 1/4 cup water; 1 tbsp sugar; to taste salt

A tangy, spicy pickle made with potatoes, mustard seeds, and turmeric, ideal as a condiment for rice meals.

Cuisine: Nepali

Category: Asian

Prep: 15 minutes. Cook: 20 minutes.

Serves 8.

Ingredients

2 medium, peeled and cut into 1/2-inch cubes potatoes
2 tbsp mustard oil
1 tsp mustard seeds
1/2 tsp turmeric
1/4 tsp chili powder
1/4 cup rice vinegar
1/4 cup water
1 tbsp sugar
to taste salt

Instructions

Step 1: Heat 2 tbsp mustard oil in a saucepan over medium heat. Add 1 tsp mustard seeds and cook until they pop, about 1 minute.
Step 2: Add 2 cups potato cubes, 1/2 tsp turmeric, 1/4 tsp chili powder, and salt to taste. Stir to coat evenly.
Step 3: Pour in 1/4 cup rice vinegar and 1/4 cup water, then bring to a simmer.
Step 4: Cook uncovered for 10 minutes until potatoes are tender but not mushy, stirring occasionally.
Step 5: Stir in 1 tbsp sugar and continue cooking for 5 minutes more until the sauce thickens slightly.