Receta Indian Spiced Potato and Peas (Aloo Matar)

by Soni's Food for Thought

Share on Facebook Share Share on TwitterTweet Share on Google Plus Share Share on Pinterest Share Share on LinkedIn Share Aloo(Potato) Matar(Peas) is one of the simplest and yet one of the most delicious preparations in North Indian cooking.The smooth and luscious tomato based sauce cooked with Indian spices coats the potatoes and peas and comes together in minutes.This is an easy recipe that I make on days when I want something quick and tasty and it never disappoints. My kids love this as much as we do and its a great way to get them to eat their peas!The process is fairly simple.The potatoes are first boiled either in a microwave safe dish or on the stove-top before being added into the pan.The sauce consists of a few spices and tomato puree for that vibrant red color.You can adjust the quantity of water added according to your preferred consistency.The peas add a nice contrast to the color and texture of the dish.Once it simmers for a good few minutes, it’s ready to be scooped-up with your favorite bread.Enjoy! PrintIndian Spiced Potato and Peas (Aloo Matar) Ingredients4 medium potatoes boiled 1 cup frozen peas 1 tsp cumin seeds 2 tsp ground coriander 1/2 tsp turmeric 1/2 tsp red chili powder (optional) 1/2 cup tomato puree 1/2 cup water oil-3 tbsp salt to taste fresh coriander to garnishInstructionsBoil and peel the potatoes.Chop them into medium chunks. Heat oil in a skillet and add the cumin seeds.Once it splutters add the potatoes followed by turmeric,red chili,and ground coriander. Mix well and cook on medium heat for about a couple of minutes. Add the peas and mix.Add salt. Add the tomato puree and water let it cook on low heat until nicely incorporated. Adjust the seasonings.Garnish with fresh coriander. 3.1www.sonisfood.com Related PostsAloo Matar (Potatoes and Peas) #VeganTofu and Peas Curry (Tofu Matar) #SundaySupperTop 10 Recipes of 2014Potatoes and Green Beans-Indian Inspired (Aloo Beans ki Subzi)Aloo Gobi for #Diwali Kashmiri Dum Aloo (Potatoes cooked in aromatic spices-an authentic Kashmiri dish) Share on Facebook Share Share on TwitterTweet Share on Google Plus Share Share on Pinterest Share Share on LinkedIn Share