Aloo Mattar Indian Potatoes With Peas Recipe

Ingredients

1 tablespoon vegetable oil

1/2 cup onion or shallot

1 tablespoon ginger, minced

1 tablespoon garlic, minced

2 serrano chiles, minced

1 cup canned diced tomatoes, drained

1/2 teaspoon turmeric

1/2 teaspoon cumin

1 teaspoon ground coriander

1 teaspoon garam masala

1 cup frozen peas

1 russet potato, cut into 1.5" cubes and pre-boiled

1 teaspoon salt

1/2 cup water

1 tablespoon fresh cilantro, chopped

Heat oil in a pot or skillet over medium heat.

Add the ginger, garlic, onions or shallots, and chiles, saute until onions are softened, about 3-4 minutes.

Add tomatoes, and cook until tomatoes have softened and released their juices.

Add the turmeric powder, coriander powder, cumin powder and garam masala, stir to mix well. Cook for 1 minute.

Add the peas and potatoes, and mix well. Salt to taste. Cook, stirring often, until peas are thawed and potatoes are warmed through.

Add the water and bring to a simmer. Cook until the liquid is absorbed and mixture is thick, about 3-4 minutes.

Mix in cilantro and serve.