Aloo mutter (Potato & Pea Curry)

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Aloo mutter (Potato & Pea Curry)


INGREDIENTS

1 tsp olive oil
1 tsp cumin seeds
1 tsp mustard seeds
1 large onion, sliced into half rings
454g / 1lb potatoes, peeled & chopped into 1 cm cubes
4 tomatoes, chopped finely
227ml / 8fl oz water
1 green chilli, seeds removed & chopped
3 garlic cloves, crushed
1 tbsp freshly grated ginger
1/2 tsp garam masala
170g / 6oz frozen peas
Salt & ground black pepper
Chopped fresh coriander, to garnish


INSTRUCTIONS

1. Pour the oil into a heavy-based saucepan and add the cumin and mustard seeds. Place the lid on the saucepan and heat gently, the seeds will begin to jump and pop.

2. Add the remaining ingredients (apart from the peas and coriander), bring to the boil and simmer for 10-15 minutes until the potato starts to soften.

3. Stir in the peas, season to taste and cook for further 5-10 minutes until the vegetables are tender, adding more liquid if necessary. Garnish with the coriander.