CHTITHA BATATA (ALGERIAN POTATO STEW)

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This authentic Algerian potato stew is made with dersa, a spicy chile and garlic paste. It's delicious on its own as a vegan or vegetarian main, or served as a side to meat or fish. An easy way to enjoy North African cuisine at home with easy-to-find ingredients!

Provided by Djam

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     African

Time 55m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 12

4 cloves garlic, peeled and halved
1 small fresh red chile pepper, seeded and chopped
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon paprika
½ teaspoon black pepper
½ teaspoon cayenne pepper
½ teaspoon salt
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 ½ pounds new potatoes, halved
1 tablespoon tomato paste
water to cover
salt to taste

Steps:

  • Combine garlic, chile pepper, cumin, paprika, black pepper, cayenne, and salt in a mortar; grind with a pestle until it forms a paste. Add olive oil and mix dersa well.
  • Heat a large saucepan over medium heat and stir-fry dersa until fragrant, 2 to 4 minutes. Add potato halves and stir to combine with the dersa. Stir in tomato paste. Pour in enough water to just cover the potatoes and bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer until potatoes are tender, about 40 minutes.
  • Ladle potatoes into a serving bowl. Spoon any remaining sauce over the potatoes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 205.6 calories, Carbohydrate 32.8 g, Fat 7.2 g, Fiber 4.4 g, Protein 4.1 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, Sodium 377.6 mg, Sugar 2.2 g

CANDICE G
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I'm always looking for new and interesting recipes to try. This stew definitely fits the bill!


Moris Gavin
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This stew is a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables. My kids love the tender potatoes and flavorful broth.


Nur islam Sheikh
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This is one of my favorite Algerian dishes. I love the way the spices blend together to create such a flavorful stew.


YES BOI
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I'm always looking for new and exciting ways to cook potatoes. This stew is definitely a keeper!


Ovi Hasan
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This stew is a great make-ahead meal. I made it on the weekend and then reheated it for dinner during the week.


Waseem Saheb
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I'm not a vegetarian, but I really enjoy this stew. The potatoes and chickpeas are so hearty and filling.


Dominykas Laurinonis
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This stew is a great way to use up leftover vegetables. I added some carrots, celery, and green beans to mine and it turned out delicious.


Favour Ernest
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I love the addition of the chickpeas to this stew. They add a nice texture and extra protein.


changed life
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This stew is a great way to warm up on a cold day. The hearty broth and flavorful potatoes are sure to satisfy your hunger.


Ayesha Afzal Afzal
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I made this stew for a potluck and it was a huge hit. Everyone loved the unique flavor and the tender potatoes.


Bengali Kartun Story
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This is a great recipe for a weeknight meal. It's easy to make and the leftovers are even better the next day.


Saifali Hawari
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I'm not a fan of potatoes, but I really enjoyed this stew. The broth is so flavorful and the potatoes are cooked perfectly.


Mehmood Rashid
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Overall, this is a great recipe for a hearty and flavorful stew. I would definitely recommend it to others.


FLORAGOLD flow
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This stew was too spicy for my taste. I would recommend using less chili powder next time.


Brenda Burney
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I found this recipe to be a bit bland. I added some extra spices and herbs to give it more flavor.


FoF BaTcH
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This is a delicious and easy-to-make stew. I especially enjoyed the combination of spices, which gave the dish a unique and flavorful taste.


mdsaju khan
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I've made this stew several times now and it's always a hit. My family loves the hearty and flavorful broth, and the potatoes are always cooked to perfection.


Amyah Woolfolk
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This stew is a great way to use up leftover potatoes. I had some leftover mashed potatoes and decided to try this recipe. It turned out even better than I expected! The stew was creamy and flavorful, and the potatoes were perfectly tender.


Naqeeb Afghan
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I love the simplicity of this recipe. With just a few basic ingredients, I was able to create a delicious and authentic Algerian dish. The flavors were well-balanced and the potatoes were cooked perfectly.


Dabasish Das
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This Algerian potato stew is a delightful dish that is easy to make and packed with flavor. The combination of tender potatoes, flavorful broth, and aromatic spices creates a comforting and satisfying meal.