How to make Aloo Matar -
Chunks of boiled potato and green peas sautéed in a flavourful yet simple masala base.
This is a Sanjeev Kapoor exclusive recipe.
Main Ingredients : Potatoes (आलू), Green peas (हरे मटर)
Cuisine : Indian
Course : Main Course Vegetarian
For more recipes related to Aloo Matar checkout Batata Song , Achari Aloo, Baby Potatoes In Spicy Yogurt Gravy, Malai Kofta Curry . You can also find more Main Course Vegetarian recipes like Pithore In Gravy, Dahi ki Sabzi, Kathirikkai Rasavangi, Palak Parippu.
Aloo Matar Recipe Card
There are a number of popular vegetarian recipes in India, but aloo matar is probably the most commonly prepared one. Easy availability of the basic ingredients – potatoes and green peas, the simplicity of making this dish along with the fact that it is really tasty all contribute to the popularity of this one. Chunks of aloo and matar are cooked in a simple but packed with flavour spice base. Great to eat along with garma garam roti’s or alongwith some hot dal-chawal. This aloo matar sabzi is exactly what you need to make even the simplest of meals the most delicious ones.
Prep Time : 11-15 minutes
Cook time : 11-15 minutes
Serve : 4
Level Of Cooking : Easy
Taste : Mild
Ingredients for Aloo Matar Recipe
Potatoes 1 cm cubes (boiled) 4 medium
Green peas shelled (blanched) 1 1/4 cups
Oil 2 tablespoons
Cumin seeds 1 teaspoon
Ginger juliennes 1 inch piece
Green chillies slit 1
Red chilli powder 1 teaspoon
Turmeric powder 1/4 teaspoon
Coriander powder 1 1/2 teaspoons
Garam masala powder 1 teaspoon
Salt to taste
Fresh coriander leaves 2 tablespoons
Method
Step 1
Heat oil in a pan over medium heat. Add cumin seeds and when it crackles add ginger and green chillies, stir-fry for a minute. Add green peas, potatoes and stir fry till for 2 minutes.
Step 2
Add red chilli powder, turmeric powder, and coriander powder and stir-fry at slow heat till the spices blend well with the vegetables.
Step 3
Add salt and garam masala powder and finish with chopped coriander leaves.
Best Cooked In
Wonderchef Windsor Roasters with Lid 26cm
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