While growing up in India, aloo matar was always a winter delight as peas were winter vegetable and hence their availability back then was seasonal, unlike today when almost everything is available year round. But here in Canada we don’t usually see fresh peas through the year rather they make an appearance in late spring in the farmer’s market. I really don’t understand the logic but have learnt to enjoy them when I can get my hands on some fresh ones. The other day I found fresh shelled peas at Costco. The freshness of the peas almost transported me to back home. I bought two small bags and decided to make aloo matar (potatoes and Peas).
Update March 23, 2022
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The curries in Punjabi homes are very simple, straight forward and fuss free. Potatoes and peas make a great combo when cooked with Indian spices and few kitchen staple ingredients. I believe that anything with potatoes tastes great and is easy to make. This much loved peas and potato dish has so many variations to it. The Punjabi version is generally much thicker as it is made with boiled potatoes. The use of kasoori methi gives a nice flavor and turns this humble dish into something extraordinary.
This is hearty, flavorful, fresh and thoroughly satisfying. If you don’t find fresh peas you can use frozen, although I would recommend to make it with fresh.
This basic curry can be turned into a party perfect dish with the addition of cream at the end of cooking process or using milk instead of all water. This is paleo, vegan, dairyfree, whole 30 friendly, and glutenfree which means any one can pretty much enjoy it. This pairs well with roti or any flatbread of choice and also rice.
If you try this recipe I would love to hear your thoughts and be even more delighted for you to share your picture.
Tasty healthy and wholesome peas and potato dish with few kitchen staple ingrdients.
Ingredients
- 570 g peas, shelled
- 300 g potatoes, boiled and peeled.
- 300 g fresh tomatoes, chopped
- 150 g onion, chopped
- 1 tbsp. ginger and garlic paste
- 2 green chilli, cut into 2-3 big pieces
- Salt to taste
- 3/4 tsp turmeric powder
- 3/4 tsp garam masala
- 1 tsp red chili powder
- 1 tsp cumin seeds
- 1 tsp kasoori methi
- 3 tbsp. olive oil
Instructions
- Cut the potatoes into 1 inch cubes and keep them aside until needed.
- Add oil to a heavy bottomed pan. Once it’s warmed up add cumin seeds and let them crackle for about 30 seconds.
- Add chopped onions. Sauté till they turn soft.
- Add kasoori methi and ginger garlic paste and saute till everything turns golden brown.
- Add tomatoes, turmeric, chili powder and salt. Cook until tomatoes are pulpy.
- Add fresh green peas, green chilies and 3 cups water. Bring it to a boil. Cover the pan and reduce heat to medium. Let it cook until the peas get tender.
- Add boiled potatoes and about two cups water, cook further for 5 minutes. The starch from the potatoes will thicken the gravy as it simmers. So add more water if you find the gravy too thick to get desired consistency.
- Before serving, sprinkle with garam masala. The dish is ready to eat, usually with roti, rice or any variety of bread.
A big thank you to Aneesa for trying out my gulabjamun recipe and sharing the picture.
I am taking this flavorful vegan punjabi recipe to Emily Leary’s Recipe of the week, and Eb’s linky party CookBlogShare. And also to Corina’s linky CookOnceEatTwice.
Angie@Angie's Recipes
I don’t think I have ever seen the fresh one here, but I am happy with the frozen one. This looks very tasty, esp. with those flatbread.
Corina Blum
I agree that anything with potato in is delicious and this sounds like a really comforting dish and I also love the fresh peas in it. Thanks so much for sharing with #CookOnceEatTwice!
Katerina Delidimou
We make something similar in Greece called “Arakas” with different herbs and spices! I love peas and this looks absolutely delicious!
Priya @currynation
Aloo matar is my on the go recipe… it never fails, isn’t it?? i love reading your post.. have a good day!
amrita
Anything prepared with aloo is our family favourite… The gravy is drool worthy..
Healthy World Cuisine
Fresh peas really makes this dish extra delicious. Those special spices in the curry are a lovely combination. Today it is rainy and the perfect day for a little cozy dish.
Eb Gargano | Easy Peasy Foodie
I love how simple this dish is, but I bet it tastes amazing!! Thanks for linking up to #CookBlogShare. Eb 🙂
Emma - Bake Then Eat
Fresh peas are lovely but hard to come by in the UK. Lovely recipe.