Quick Aloo Matar

Most of us love the well known North Indian entrée Aloo Matar. But it involves a lot of prep work, especially the restaurant style creamy one. This Marathi version of Aloo Matar, called as Matar Batatyacha Rassa is easy, even for newbies.

Ingredients:

Green Peas/Matar - 1 1/2 cup

Boiled Potatoes - 2 big

Cumin/Jeera Seeds - 1/2 tsp

Asafetida/Hing - 1/8 tsp

Turmeric/Haldi - 1/8 tsp

Cayenne Pepper/Red Chili Powder - 2 tsp

Garam Masala - 1/4 tsp (optional)
Lemon or Lime Juice - 1 tbsp
Cilantro/Coriander Leaves/Kothimbir - few sprigs

Oil - 1 tbsp
Salt

How to cook Marathi Aloo Matar:

• Heat about 1 tbsp oil in a pan/skillet and add cumin seeds, asafetida. After few seconds, add green peas and turmeric. Sauté green peas for about 2 minutes.
• Add about 1 cup water, salt, cayenne pepper and garam masala. Mix and cook till peas turn soft.
• Add mashed (or diced) boiled potatoes and cook for about 5 minutes. Add water if required. Boiled potatoes tend to absorb water, cook till you get the desired consistency. Turn off the heat and add lemon juice.
• Garnish with cilantro leaves and serve with Puri or Roti/Chapati.