Alu Matar

Peas & Potato Curry
Portions:4
Preparation Time: 10 minutes
Cooking Time:20 minutes
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Ingredients

  • 1 lb. shelled green peas
  • 1 onion pureed
  • 1 tsp. ginger paste
  • 1 tsp. garlic paste
  • 1 tsp. turmeric powder
  • 1 tsp. chili powder
  • 1 tsp. cumin powder
  • 1 tsp. coriander powder
  • 1 large potato cooked and cubed
  • 1 tsp. salt or to taste
  • Cilantro/coriander leaves
  • 1 tbsp. oil

Instructions

  • Heat oil in a non-stick frying pan or skillet over medium-low heat.
  • Add pureed onions, ginger paste, and garlic paste to the hot oil.
  • Cook for about 2-3 minutes until the onions turn translucent.
  • Stir in cumin powder and coriander powder.
  • Cook for another minute until the spices are fragrant.
  • Add cubed potatoes and shelled green peas to the pan.
  • Mix well with the onion-spice mixture.
  • Sprinkle turmeric powder and chili powder over the vegetables.
  • Stir to coat the vegetables evenly with the spices.
  • Pour in 1/2 cup of lukewarm water and stir to combine all the ingredients.
  • Season with salt according to taste.
  • Cover the pan and let the curry cook for about 15 minutes on medium-low heat, stirring occasionally, until the potatoes and peas are tender.
  • Once the potatoes and peas are cooked to your liking, remove the pan from the heat.
  • Garnish with chopped cilantro/coriander leaves.
  • Serve hot as a main course, accompanied by rice or Indian flatbread.

Notes / Tips / Wine Advice:

Wine Advice:

While traditionally not paired with wine, you can enjoy this Peas & Potato Curry (Alu Matar) with a light and refreshing Indian lager beer for a classic accompaniment. Alternatively, a glass of mango lassi can provide a cooling contrast to the spices.

Nutritional Information

Calories: 200 kcal | Carbohydrates: 35 g | Protein: 7 g | Fat: 4 g | Fiber: 8 g | Sugar: 6 g
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Course Curry / Main Dish
Cuisine India