SALATIT BATATA (TUNISIAN POTATO SALAD)

Salatit Batata (Tunisian Potato Salad) image

Provided by Chocolatl

Categories Potato

Time 25m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

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4 medium potatoes, peeled and cut in 1/4-inch dice
water
salt
1/2 cup vegetable oil
3/4 teaspoon cayenne
1/4 teaspoon cumin
1 tablespoon water
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
1 teaspoon ground caraway
1 1/2 teaspoons salt

Steps:

Cook potatoes in lightly salted boiling water until tender but still intact.
Drain and return to pan.
Cook over low heat until potatoes are dry, about 1 minute.
Heat oil in a large, heavy skillet over medium heat until a light haze forms above it.
Combine cayenne, cumin and water.
Add cayenne mixture, lemon juice, caraway and salt to skillet.
Cook, stirring constantly, until most of the liquid has evaporated.
Remove from heat, add potatoes, and stir gently until evenly coated.
Cool to room temperature before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 410.1, Fat 27.6, SaturatedFat 3.6, Sodium 885.4, Carbohydrate 38.4, Fiber 5, Sugar 1.9, Protein 4.5