Aloo Matar

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This is a recipe for aloo matar that i got off the internet. i went for my first indian food experience, and happened to order aloo matar even though i had no idea what it was. it was fantastic! so i went searching right away for a recipe that i could use at home. who knew it was so easy and inexpensive!!!

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Steps

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Heat oil over medium heat.

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Add cumin seed and bay leaves.

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When seeds begin to splutter , add onion , garlic , and ginger paste and saute until oil separates.

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Add half the tomato sauce , tumeric , garam masala , red pepper , and corriander powder.

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Stir fry until the oil separates.

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Add peas , potatoes , and green chilis and the rest of the tomato sauce and heat through.

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Take out the bay leaves.

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I like to serve this over jasmine rice with pita bread or naan.

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You can also add plain yogurt to taste if you desire a creamier dish.

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Enjoy !.

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Ingredients

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potatoes, frozen peas, green chili, white onion, garlic paste, ginger paste, tomato sauce, olive oil, cumin seeds, bay leaves, turmeric, garam masala, ground red pepper, coriander powder