Peruvian Blue Home Fries
(adapted from Vegetarian Times, Oct., 02)
2 lbs. All blue
potatoes (or mix of potatoes), unpeeled and cubed
3 Tbs. olive oil
¼ t. salt 2 med. onions, chopped
1 green pepper,
chopped 1
red pepper, chopped
1 yellow pepper,
chopped ½-1
finely chopped jalapeno
3-4 large cloves
garlic, chopped 3 Tbs. lemon juice
1 c. lightly
toasted peanuts, coarse ground minced
fresh cilantro
1.Cover potatoes
with cold water and bring to a boil. Cook until just tender, about 10 minutes.
Then drain and set aside.
2.Heat large
skillet over medium heat. When hot add 3 Tbs. olive oil, wait about 10 seconds,
swirling to coat pan. Add potatoes in a single layer cooking about 5 minutes,
stirring occasionally.
3. Sprinkle with ¼
t. salt and turn potatoes until all sides are browned. Remove from pan.
4. In hot pan saute
chopped onions over medium heat until golden, about 5 minutes. Add peppers,
stirring often for about another 5 minutes.
5. Return potatoes
to pan with garlic and heat through, adding lemon juice as you stir.
6. Garnish with
chopped peanuts and cilantro. Serve hot or warm. Mmmmmmm! This is beautiful and
delicious!