Spicy Garlicky Roasted Potatoes

Ingredients

Make the Spice Mixture

• 1/4 teaspoon black peppercorns
• 1 teaspoon coriander seed
• 1 teaspoon cumin seed
• 3 green cardamom pods
• 2 teaspoons fennel seed
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/8 teaspoon ground cloves
• 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
• 1/4 teaspoon cayenne (to taste, really)
• 1 teaspoon amchur powder (optional)

Prepare the Potatoes

• 1.5 kilos (3 pounds) potatoes
• 1 head (5-6 cloves) garlic
• 1/4 cup mild vegetable oil
• Serves 6-8

Directions

1. Grind the pepper, coriander, cumin, cardamom and fennel seeds. Mix in the remaining seasonings.
2. Wash and trim the potatoes, and cut them into chunks. Put them in a pot with water to cover and bring to a boil. Boil them for 10 minutes drain well.
3. Meanwhile, preheat the oven to 400�F. Peel and mince the garlic.
4. Toss the potatoes with the oil and seasoning mix in a large, shallow roasting pan. Leave the garlic out! Roast the potatoes for 20 minutes. Stir the garlic into the potatoes, and roast for another 15 to 20 minutes.