Description
A flavorful and comforting vegan dish featuring tender potatoes and sweet peas cooked in a rich blend of Indian spices. It’s quick, easy, and perfect as a main or side.
Ingredients
4 medium-sized potatoes, peeled and cubed
1 cup frozen peas
1 onion, finely chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced
1-inch piece of ginger, grated
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
1 teaspoon cumin seeds
1 teaspoon ground coriander
1 teaspoon turmeric powder
1 teaspoon garam masala
½ teaspoon chili powder (optional)
Salt, to taste
1 tablespoon lemon juice
Fresh cilantro for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add cumin seeds and cook for about 1 minute until fragrant.
- Add chopped onion and sauté for 3–4 minutes until softened and golden brown.
- Stir in minced garlic and grated ginger. Cook for another minute.
- Add ground coriander, turmeric, garam masala, and chili powder (if using). Stir and cook for 1–2 minutes.
- Add cubed potatoes and stir to coat with spices. Cook for 10–12 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Add frozen peas and salt. Mix well, cover, and cook for 5–7 minutes until potatoes are tender and peas are heated through.
- Remove from heat and stir in lemon juice.
- Garnish with fresh cilantro if desired. Serve warm.
Notes
- Add tomatoes for tanginess.
- Use sweet potatoes for variation.
- Add greens like spinach or kale for nutrients.
- Increase chili or add green chili for heat.
- Can be served over rice or with naan.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Indian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 of recipe
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
