Aloo Jeera - Cumin-Spiced Potatoes

Vegetarian — Serves 4
Prep Time: 10 minutes / Steam: 6 minutes on high / Sauté: 1 minute / Release: Quick / Total Time: 30 minutes

You will likely look at this recipe and think I have accidentally left out some ingredients. How can something this simple result in anything that tastes good? I urge you to try it exactly as written the first time, and experience the wonderful blend of simple flavors. This humble dish, which derives its rich flavor from the ghee, cumin, and chiles, can be eaten as an accompaniment to any meal.

1. Into the inner cooking pot of the Instant Pot, pour the water, and place a steamer basket inside. Put the cubed potatoes in the steamer basket.
2. Lock the lid into place, select Steam, and adjust the pressure to High. Cook for 6 minutes. When the cooking is complete, quick-release the pressure.
3. Unlock and remove the lid. Carefully remove the steamer basket and set the potatoes aside. Rinse and dry the inner liner. Place it back into the Instant Pot.
4. Preheat the Instant Pot by selecting Sauté and adjusting to More for high heat. When the pot is hot, add the ghee and heat until it is shimmering. Add the serrano pepper and cumin seeds, and let the seeds sputter and cook for about 15 seconds.
5. Add the turmeric (if using) and stir to mix. Add the potatoes and salt, and mix gently to coat the potatoes with the flavored ghee, taking care to not break them.
6. Garnish with the cilantro and serve.