Aloo jeera ( potatoes with cumin seeds )

1. Heat oil in a pan and add cumin seeds and asafetida.When cumin seeds splutter,add ginger and green chillies .Saute till the raw smell goes.

2. Then add crushed coriander,red chilli powder and turmeric powder.( Add the spices in low flame ; don't burn the spices ).To this add the cubed potatoes,sprinkle enough salt and stir fry for 4-5 mints.All the potato pieces should be coated with the masala.

3. Finally, turn off heat and add cilantro.Serve hot with roti.