Irish-Indian Shepherds Pie

Step 5: Toast aromatics & rice the potatoes

Aloo masala topping

  • Cumin seeds
    a sprinkle
  • Black mustard seeds
    a sprinkle
  • Green thai chile, minced
    1
  • Garlic
    1 clove
  • Fresh ginger
    1-inch piece
  • Turmeric powder
    a sprinkle
  • Butter
    30 g
  • Milk
    50 g
  • Salt
    to taste
  • Neutral oil
    a spoonful

Add a drizzle of oil to the pot on the stove over medium heat. Add the black mustard seed and cumin seed, until the black mustard seeds start to pop.

Toss in the remaining green chile, garlic, and ginger, along with turmeric. for about a minute or so. Add it to a small bowl and set it aside.

Rice or mash all of the cooked potatoes in a bowl and then stir in the aromatic spice oil mixture. Mix until cohesive.

Add the butter and milk to adjust the texture. Lastly, add half of the shredded cheese.