Aloo Matar Masala
Recipe by Anna
Aloo Matar Masala is one of the most popular vegetarian dish for festivals & occasions. Its spicy, yummy & delicious.
Ingredients
- 2 Tbsp oil
- 1 tsp mustard seeds
- 1 tsp jeera
- 1 Onion, Medium Chopped
- 1 Tomato, Chopped
- 5-6 curry leaves, chopped finely
- 3 medium potatoes, chopped
- ½ cup frozen peas
- 2 tbsp spinach, chopped
- 1 tsp Eastern turmeric powder
- 2 tsp Eastern red chili powder
- 1 tsp Eastern coriander powder
- 2 Tbs Eastern Ginger Garlic paste
- salt to taste
- water – as needed
- Coriander leaves – for garnishing
Instructions
Gravy
- Heat oil in a pan and add Jeera .
- Let it crackle for few seconds until golden brown.
- Add ginger+garlic paste and fry for few seconds until the raw smell goes away.
- Add into onion and sprinkle little salt over it.
- Cook till light brown colour – about 2 mins.
- Add chopped tomatoes and red chili powder.
- Cook for few more minutes until all gravy combined and oil starts to leave the sides. Keep it aside.
Main
- Heat the oil another wide pan add mustard seeds first followed by Jeera.
- Add curry leaves and stir. Add chopped potatoes.
- Add into salt to taste and add ½ cup water. Stir and cover the lid and cook on slow-medium heat.
- Cook for about 8-10 minutes. The potatoes should be cooked till fork tender but still holding their shape.
- Add now with all chopped spinach. Season with all turmeric, chilly and coriander powder. Give it a stir.
- Add the prepared gravy and mix it well. Adjust the consistency, not too thick .
- Add few tablespoons more water if needed. Throw into the frozen peas now. Check the salt and seasoning and adjust.
- Cover the lid and cook for 5 minutes more. Garnish with chopped coriander leaves.
- Aloo Matar is ready to serve! Enjoy with paratha, roti or rice.