Curry

This is a very mild but tasty curry.

Ingredients

1/4 t of each of the following:

Mustard seed
Fennel powder
Caraway seed
Sesame seed
Chilli powder
Turmeric
Paprika

1 T masala
2 sticks of cassia
2 bay leaves
2 t fresh ginger and garlic mixed
1 t salt
1 chopped onion
1/2 olive oil
2 chopped tomatoes (skin removed)
Potatoes
500 g meat of your choice (mutton, chicken or beef)

Method

Fry onion, garlic and ginger in olive oil until onions are soft.
Add the rest of the ingredients, except for meat and potatoes. Fry for a few minutes then add the meat and potatoes.
Turn the heat low, cover the pot and let it simmer for 1 1/2 to 2 hours, until the meat is tender.
Do not add water.

Serve with rice and sambals.

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Hints and Tips

To remove tomato skins easily, cover with boiling water and let it stand for a few minutes. Drain and cover with cold water. Pull skins off. The tomato will still be firm enough for slicing.

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Naomi