How to Make Stir-fried Potatoes with Tomatoes
A delicious and fragrant dish of stir-fried potatoes with tomatoes that is easy to enjoy and goes well with rice. When stir-frying potatoes, avoid using high heat as it may burn the potatoes before they are fully cooked. With a few simple tips, your stir-fried potatoes will come out beautifully, with each slice intact and without becoming mushy.
Ingredients
- 4 potatoes ~ 600g
- 4 small tomatoes
- 2-3 shallots, 4-5 cloves of garlic
- Green onions, cilantro, or culantro
- Coarse salt
- Seasonings: Stock powder, MSG, fish sauce, ground pepper, oyster sauce
Instructions
Prepare the Ingredients
Peel the potatoes, wash them, and slice thinly or cut into small chunks as preferred. Soak the potato slices in a bowl of diluted saltwater for about 5 minutes. Then drain, rinse with fresh water, and set aside to dry. Next, season the potatoes with 1 teaspoon of stock powder or 1/2 teaspoon of salt for added flavor.
For more attractive potato slices, you can use a ridged knife. These can easily be found in supermarkets or kitchen supply stores.
Wash the tomatoes and divide them into two parts. Dice the majority of the tomatoes to create a smooth sauce and add color to the dish. The remaining tomatoes should be cut into wedges and added later in the stir-fry for a more visually appealing presentation.
Peel and finely chop the shallots and garlic.
Wash the green onions, cilantro, and culantro, then roughly chop them.
Stir-fry the Potatoes with Tomatoes
Heat 3 tablespoons of cooking oil in a pan. Once hot, add the chopped shallots and garlic, stir-fry until fragrant, then add the diced tomatoes and stir-fry over medium heat. To help the tomatoes soften faster and reduce their acidity, you can season with 1/2 teaspoon of salt or 1 teaspoon of stock powder.
Once the tomatoes have softened, add the potatoes to the pan. Since potatoes do not release much moisture and can burn quickly on high heat, be careful to stir-fry them over medium heat to prevent the exterior from burning before the interior is fully cooked, which can result in an unpleasant, raw texture.
Once the potatoes are evenly coated with oil, season with 1 teaspoon of stock powder, 1/2 teaspoon of salt, 1 teaspoon of MSG, 2 teaspoons of oyster sauce, and 2 teaspoons of fish sauce to enhance the dish's aroma. Stir well, cover the pan, lower the heat, and cook for about 10 minutes until the potatoes are tender. If you prefer softer potatoes, you can cook them a bit longer.
To prevent the potatoes from becoming mushy or falling apart, avoid stirring too frequently. Instead, shake the pan gently to move the ingredients around.
Once the potatoes are tender, sprinkle with green onions and ground pepper, give it a final stir, then remove from heat and transfer the stir-fried potatoes to a serving dish.
Final Product Requirements
Besides stir-frying potatoes with tomatoes, you can switch things up by trying stir-fried beef with potatoes or cooking potato soup, both of which are equally delicious.
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Additional Information
Are Stir-fried Potatoes with Tomatoes Harmful?
Potatoes and tomatoes are highly nutritious foods, but some people worry about whether combining them may produce toxins or negatively impact health.
In reality, there is no scientific evidence proving that stir-frying potatoes and tomatoes together is harmful. In terms of nutritional value, stir-fried potatoes with tomatoes is a healthy dish. It helps regulate blood pressure, supports heart health, acts as a diuretic, and is good for the skin and body shape. Additionally, this combination provides antioxidants that help prevent aging and eliminate toxins.
