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

1. Heat oil in a pan and add Jeera .
2. Let it crackle for few seconds until golden brown.
3. Add ginger+garlic paste and fry for few seconds until the raw smell goes away.
4. Add into onion and sprinkle little salt over it.
5. Cook till light brown colour – about 2 mins.
6. Add chopped tomatoes and red chili powder.
7. Cook for few more minutes until all gravy combined and oil starts to leave the sides. Keep it aside.

Main

1. Heat the oil another wide pan add mustard seeds first followed by Jeera.
2. Add curry leaves and stir. Add chopped potatoes.
3. Add into salt to taste and add ½ cup water. Stir and cover the lid and cook on slow-medium heat.
4. Cook for about 8-10 minutes. The potatoes should be cooked till fork tender but still holding their shape.
5. Add now with all chopped spinach. Season with all turmeric, chilly and coriander powder. Give it a stir.
6. Add the prepared gravy and mix it well. Adjust the consistency, not too thick .
7. Add few tablespoons more water if needed. Throw into the frozen peas now. Check the salt and seasoning and adjust.
8. Cover the lid and cook for 5 minutes more. Garnish with chopped coriander leaves.
9. Aloo Matar is ready to serve! Enjoy with paratha, roti or rice.