Cookbook:Chtitha Batata (Algerian Potato Stew)

The traditional Algerian potato stew is made with dersa, a hot chile-garlic paste. It tastes great as a vegan or vegetarian main dish on its own or when served as a side alongside meat or seafood.

Ingredients

 * Garlic
 * Cumin
 * Paprika
 * Cayenne pepper
 * Black pepper
 * Salt
 * Olive oil
 * Tomato paste
 * Potatoes, halved

Procedure

 * 1) Combine the garlic, cumin, paprika, cayenne, black pepper, and salt in a mortar. Use the pestle to pound the mixture into a paste, then mix in the olive oil.
 * 2) Heat a pot over medium heat. Add the spice mixture, and fry for 2–4 minutes until aromatic. Stir in the tomato paste and the halved potatoes.
 * 3) Add enough water to just cover the potatoes. Reduce the heat and simmer for about 40 minutes, or until the potatoes are soft.
 * 4) Serve the potatoes with any remaining sauce.