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Aloo Matar

Potatoes and green peas simmered in a spiced tomato and onion gravy.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 3 tbsp oil
  • 1 tsp cumin seeds
  • 1 large onion finely chopped
  • 1 tbsp ginger-garlic paste
  • 2 tomatoes chopped
  • 1 tsp salt adjust to taste
  • 1 tsp coriander powder
  • 1/2 tsp turmeric
  • 1 tsp red chili powder
  • 3 medium potatoes peeled, cut in 1-inch cubes
  • 1 cup green peas fresh or frozen
  • 1 1/2 cups water
  • 1 tsp garam masala
  • 2 tbsp fresh coriander chopped

Method
 

  1. Heat the oil in a pot. Add the cumin seeds and let them sizzle for 20 seconds.
  2. Add the onion and cook until golden, about 7 minutes. Add the ginger-garlic paste and cook for 1 minute.
  3. Add the tomatoes, salt, coriander powder, turmeric and chili powder. Cook for 8 minutes until the oil separates.
  4. Add the potatoes and stir to coat. Add the water, cover and cook on medium for 12 minutes.
  5. Add the peas and cook for another 5 to 7 minutes until the potatoes are tender.
  6. Stir in the garam masala, garnish with coriander and serve hot.

Notes

Serve with roti or rice. Keeps for 3 days refrigerated.