8 sm New potatoes 1/4 c Ghee 1 ts Cumin seeds 1/2 ts Turmeric 1 1/2 ts Fresh ginger, minced 2 sm Red chilies, chopped 1 c Fresh coriander 1 ts Salt 1 ts Garam masala 1 tb Coriander seeds 1/4 c Lemon juice 6 tb Water 1/2 c Frozen/fresh peas Wash & dice the potatoes. Put ghee in a pot, heat gently. When hot, add the potatoes & cumin seeds. Cook, stirring, for 2 minutes. Add turmeric, ginger & peppers. Cook, stirring, 3 minutes. Add the remaining ingredients excepting the peas. Lower the heat, cover & simmer for 15 minutes. Check the water level, adding more if necessary. Just prior to serving, add the peas. Uncover, turn up the heat & cook til all the water has evaporated. Bruce Cost, "Ginger East to West"
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