Aloo star anise

Ingredients:

• 3 medium aloo (potatoes) - peeled,boiled 
• 5-6 star anise
• 2 tbsp oil 
• 1 tsp cumin seeds 
• 1 tsp salt 
• 1/2 tsp chilli powder
• 1/2 tsp turmeric powder 
• 1/4 cup yogurt-beaten smooth 
• 1 tbsp coriander leaves

Method:

1. Mash the potatoes,by holding them in your palm and closing your fists.
2. Heat oil and add the star anise and quickly turn them over and remove from oil, keep aside.They should barely get darkened.
3. In the same oil,add cumin,when it splutters,add the potato mashed and fry over high flame but just slightly. Add salt,chilli powder, turmeric and star anise.
4. Stir-fry till mixed well.Add enough water to cover the potatoes and anise,bring to a boil and simmer, till the anises get soft, but hold their shape.
5. Add the yogurt and mix well and serve the aloo star anise curry immediately garnished with coriander leaves.