About
Alu Matar is a popular Indian dish made with potatoes and peas. It is often served with roti or naan as a side dish. It is also a great way to use up leftover potatoes and peas.
Macronutrients Breakdown
Proteins
2.1
Fats
9.1
Carbs
3.4
Fibre
2.6
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Recipe
Ingredients
oil
2 tablespoons
cumin seeds
1 teaspoon
mustard seeds
1 teaspoon
fennel seeds
1 teaspoon
coriander seeds
1 teaspoon
bay leaves
2
cloves
2
green cardamoms
2
turmeric powder
1 teaspoon
red chilli powder
1 teaspoon
garam masala
1 teaspoon
medium onions, finely chopped
2
medium tomatoes, finely chopped
2
potatoes, cubed
2 cups
green peas
2 cups
water
2 cups
Salt to taste
Directions
Step 1:
Heat oil in a large pan over medium heat.
Step 2:
Add cumin seeds, mustard seeds, fennel seeds, coriander seeds, bay leaves, cloves and cardamoms. Fry for a few seconds until fragrant.
Step 3:
Add turmeric powder, red chilli powder and garam masala. Fry for a few seconds.
Step 4:
Add onions and fry until golden brown.
Step 5:
Add tomatoes and fry until soft.
Step 6:
Add potatoes and green peas. Fry for a few minutes.
Step 7:
Add water and salt to taste. Bring to a boil.
Step 8:
Reduce heat to low and simmer for 15-20 minutes or until potatoes are cooked through.
Step 9:
Serve hot with chapatis or rice. Enjoy!
Did you know?
How many users have tracked it?
We've got some serious foodies in our community! 74257 users have chowed down on Alu Matar a whopping 131499 times.
Where was it consumed the most?
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When was it eaten the most?
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How many users have tracked it?
We've got some serious foodies in our community! 74257 users have chowed down on Alu Matar a whopping 131499 times.
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