Indian Spiced Potato Pastry Shells #idahopotato #SundaySupper

If there’s one vegetable that’s used extensively in all cuisines it has to be the humble potato. It is the fourth largest grown crop in the world after rice, wheat and maize.Who doesn’t love potatoes!The smell of a fried or roasted potato alone can trigger hunger pangs in anyone.Its America’s favorite vegetable and an average American eats about 110 pounds of potatoes each year!

Did you also know that Potatoes have a higher Potassium and Vitamin C content than bananas!

Surprised?I was too.

The one name that’s synonymous with potatoes in America is Idaho® potatoes.The reason being they are simply the best and America’s favorite.Idaho’s rich volcanic soil, warm days, cool nights and clean water from the Idaho mountains gives their potatoes a unique texture and taste.Unlike potatoes from other states that are grown seasonally, Idaho® potatoes are available all year round.They come in different varieties like the ever popular Russet,Red,Fingerling and Gold.Idaho® potatoes were kind enough to send me their gorgeous Russet and Fingerling potatoes that were absolutely delicious.The potatoes have a lovely buttery flavor and my family has enjoyed them roasted,mashed,in my curries and stir fry’s!

Indian cuisine has had a long love affair with potatoes.Right from mouth watering appetizers like chaat, samosas, tikkis (cakes) to vegetarian/meat curries and rice dishes like Biryani and Pilaf, the list goes on.As a result I’ve grown up enjoying potatoes in their myriad forms and use them obsessively in my cooking like my Potato and Asparagus or Indian Smashed Potatoes. If you’re a potato lover like me, then you’re going to love my recipe today.

My Indian Spiced Potato Pastry Shells are the perfect appetizer for your parties.I’ve tried to keep the recipe pretty simple with an Indian twist using ingredients that are easily available at your grocery store.I’ve used the lovely Russet Potatoes and they were perfect for this recipe.The potatoes are flavored with nutty cumin and a mix of earthy spices in the garam masala.I’ve added jalapeños for some heat and roasted peanuts for texture and crunch. The result is a piquant filling that can be quite addictive and you might want to make a big batch of these :).

As you bite into it, you first taste the flaky pastry before being engulfed with the deliciousness of the potato filling quite similar to a samosa.Its phenomenal.The filling can be made ahead and heated just before serving. You’ll be amazed at how easy it is to make and looks cute too!Just drop a few spoonfuls into each shell and you’re good to go.Serve these along with some Thai Sweet Chili sauce or tamarind chutney (if you’re lucky to have an Indian grocery near you) and watch these disappear in no time.Enjoy!

Indian Spiced Potato Pastry Shells #idahopotato #SundaySupper

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Ingredients

  

• Frozen Puff Pastry Shells/Cups-1 pack
• 3 large Idaho® potatoes
• Cumin seeds- 1 tsp
• ½ inch Ginger crushed
• Jalapeño-1 seeded and diced
• Ground Coriander-1 tsp
• Garam Masala-1 tsp
• Roasted peanuts-2 tbsp
• Salt- to taste
• Oil-2 tbsp

Instructions

 

• Bake the Puff Pastry Cups according to the instructions.
• Fill a pot with enough water to cover the potatoes.Bring to a boil.
• Cover the pot,lower the heat and let it cook for about 15-20 mins or until the potatoes are cooked.
• Once cooled, peel the potatoes and mash it slightly with a fork or a potato masher.
• Heat oil in a pan.
• Add the cumin seeds and once they start to splutter lower the heat and add the ginger and jalapeño.
• Add the garam masala, ground coriander and the peanuts. Saute for a minute.
• Add the mashed potatoes, salt and mix well.Check the seasonings.
• When ready to serve add about a 2 tbsp of the filling in each shell and serve with your favorite sweet condiment.

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Disclosure-This post is sponsored by the Idaho Potato Commission in conjunction with a social media campaign through Sunday Supper LLC. All opinions are my own.