"In this quick and easy, oil-free version, potatoes (aloo) and green peas (matar) are simmered in a tomato- and spice-enriched curry, to give you a hearty, satisfying one-pot meal. Serve with any flat-bread or rice for a quick weeknight comfort. You can control the level of heat to your preference. The intense red is from the tomato paste π"
Aloo Matar (Vegan Potatoes and Peas in Tomato Curry)
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Prep time 20mins
Cook time 35mins
Serves or Makes: 0
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ingredients
- 2 large potatoes, washed thoroughly and cut into cubes
- 1 1/2 cups frozen green peas
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon grated ginger
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- 1 tablespoon cumin seeds
- salt, to taste
- cayenne, to taste
- 1 tablespoon ground coriander
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1/2 teaspoon garam masala
- 2 teaspoons dried fenugreek leaves (optional)
- 1/2 teaspoon ground turmeric
- 1/4 cup cilantro, finely chopped
Method
Step 1
In a medium saucepan over medium-low heat, toast the cumin seeds until fragrant. Add the chopped onions, garlic, ginger. Cook until they start to brown, about 5-6 minutes.
Step 2
Add the tomato paste, ground cayenne, ground coriander, ground cumin, ground turmeric, fenugreek leaves (if using), salt, and cook, stirring, until fragrant and darkened in color, 30 seconds.
Step 3
Add 1/4 cup of water and stir. Let the mixture simmer for about 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, making sure the spices don't stick to the bottom of the pan. Add another 1/4 cup of water and continue to simmer for another 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Step 4
Stir in the peas and potatoes and add more water (if needed). Cover and cook until the potatoes are cooked through, about 12-15 minutes.
Step 5
Uncover the pan, turn off heat. Stir in the garam masala and fresh cilantro leaves.
Step 6
Serve hot with flatbread or rice.