Alu Matar (Potatoes and Peas in Onion-Tomato Sauce) Recipe

Name: Alu Matar (Potatoes and Peas in Onion-Tomato Sauce)
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 1/2 pounds potatoes small; 2 medium onions; 3 cloves garlic; 1/2 inch ginger piece; 3 tablespoons vegetable oil; 1 pinch asafetida crushed, opt; 1/2 teaspoon cumin seeds; 1 x salt; 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper; 1/2 teaspoon turmeric ground; 2 large tomatoes chopped coarsely; 1 cup green peas; 1/4 cup water; 1/2 teaspoon garam masala

Servings: persons

1 1/2 pounds potatoes small
2 medium onions
3 cloves garlic
1/2 inch ginger piece
3 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 pinch asafetida crushed, opt
1/2 teaspoon cumin seeds
1 x salt
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1/2 teaspoon turmeric ground
2 large tomatoes chopped coarsely
1 cup green peas
1/4 cup water
1/2 teaspoon garam masala

1
Cook the potatoes until tender.
2
Peel and set aside.
3
In the container of a blender or food processor, mince together the onions, garlic and ginger.
4
In a large heavy-bottomed skillet over medium heat, warm the oil.
5
Add the asafoetida (if used) and cumin.
6
When spices darken (1 to 2 seconds) add the minced onion mixture and saute until browned (about 12 minutes).
7
Add the salt, cayenne, tumeric and tomatoes and cook until they soften (about 5 minutes).
8
add the peas and water; reduce the heat to low, cover and cook for 5 minutes.
9
Halve the cooked potatoes if they seem too large.
10
Add them to the pan and cook covered for another 5 minutes.
11
Mix in the garam masala just before serving.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 1/2 pounds potatoes small, 2 medium onions, 3 cloves garlic, 1/2 inch ginger piece, and more.

Yes, Alu Matar (Potatoes and Peas in Onion-Tomato Sauce) falls under the General category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Alu Matar (Potatoes and Peas in Onion-Tomato Sauce)

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