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Alu Matar (Potatoes and Peas in Onion-Tomato Sauce)

Alu Matar (Potatoes and Peas in Onion-Tomato Sauce) is built on Potatoes, Med Onions, Garlic, Ginger, and Vegetable Oil. Serves 4. Scale it up or down for the number of people at the table.

Ingredients

• 1 1/2 lb
• 2
• 3
• 1
• 3 tbsp
• 1 pinch
• 1/2 tsp
• 1/4 tsp
• 1/2 tsp
• 2
• 1 cup
• 1/4 cup
• 1/2 tsp

Method (preview)

1. 1

   Cook the potatoes until tender.

2. 2

   Peel and set aside.

3. 3

   In a large heavy-bottomed skillet over medium heat, warm the oil.

4. 4

   Add the asafoetida (if used) and cumin.

5. 5

   When spices darken (1 to 2 seconds) add the minced onion mixture and saute until browned (about 12 minutes).

6. 6

   Add the salt, cayenne, tumeric and tomatoes and cook until they soften (about 5 minutes). add the peas and water; reduce the heat to low, cover and cook for 5 minutes.

7. 7

   Halve the cooked potatoes if they seem too large.

8. 8

   Add them to the pan and cook covered for another 5 minutes.

9. 9

   Mix in the garam masala just before serving.

10. 10

    SERVES: 4 with other dishes