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[–] CodexArcanum@lemmy.world 22 points 3 months ago (3 children)

Nah I'm just too obcessed with spices and would like to see some used in this meal, especially on those naked potatoes.

[–] Mouselemming@sh.itjust.works 13 points 3 months ago (1 children)

You can't actually be sure that stew doesn't have a ton of ground spices in it, because they wouldn't show. The flavor could be so intense you might need the plain potato bites to rest your mouth. (Highly unlikely but possible.) The real crime is the complete lack of anything green on the table. It's like they looked around at the lush greenery all around them and decided to leave it all outside.

[–] CodexArcanum@lemmy.world 8 points 3 months ago

Truthfully, I've been to the UK and had some great food, I just like to rag on the brits!

But yes, the lack of color is probably the real issue with this meal. You really want some fiber to go with a meal like this, to say nothing of the missing nutrients. As an American though, mocking an all brown-and-white plate of food seems a little hypocritical, haha.

[–] amotio@lemmy.world 7 points 3 months ago (1 children)

You're supposed to spice those naked potatoes with the meat and gravy. This is basically Haggis if I recall correctly, without fancy serving. And it is really good.

[–] phdepressed@sh.itjust.works 4 points 3 months ago (1 children)

Haggis would have cabbage and lung meat wouldn't it?

[–] Skua@kbin.earth 6 points 3 months ago (1 children)

Haggis is traditionally sheep organ meat, oats, and spices. Black pepper and nutmeg are usually the dominant ones, although I assume that's a development from within the last couple hundred years since neither is native to anywhere near Scotland. You'd serve it alongside potatoes and turnips, traditionally both mashed with a bit of butter.

[–] amotio@lemmy.world 1 points 3 months ago* (last edited 3 months ago)

Yeah now that I am thinking about it haggis is probably better than what OP posted. It's been years since I ate it while visiting Edinburgh :D

[–] teft@lemmy.world 4 points 3 months ago (2 children)

Spices on boiled potatoes? I only put salt on mine. What are you recommending?

[–] conditional_soup@lemm.ee 14 points 3 months ago (2 children)

As an American, this comment almost made me drop my gun and steer my F-350 off the road (I was scrolling and driving ofc). I feel so sorry for you guys, I hadn't realized you'd been living like this since we broke up.

You can do so much with potatoes and a little bit of spices. Maybe start out with some black pepper, or some chili powder or paprika. Old Bay would also go great. If you're really feeling adventurous, instead of conquering India, you could pan fry the potatoes instead of boiling them, and use a little hot sauce or ketchup. For boiled or baked potatoes in particular, dressing them with some sour cream or sauerkraut can be very good.

[–] Asafum@feddit.nl 3 points 3 months ago

I happen to love the other comment about us eating like we have universal healthcare because my favorite potato is the loaded one lol

Baked potato, sour cream, bacon, chives, melted cheese... (Insert Homer drooling image)

[–] teft@lemmy.world 3 points 3 months ago

I’m american, homie. I’m just not a fan of complicated potatoes is all. But i appreciate the recommendations.

[–] rand_alpha19@moist.catsweat.com 8 points 3 months ago

Try tumeric with a bit of paprika, maybe a bit of cayenne if you like spice. Add some ghee or butter if you want something more indulgent.