Potato and Green Pea Curry (Aloo Matar)
Aloo matar, potato curry with green peas, is a classic (and vegan) comfort food: a flavorful balance of sweet tomatoes, pungent aromatics, and warm spices.
- Makes4 servings
- Cook Time1 hour
- 3
This classic curry balances the sweetness of tomatoes and green peas with pungent aromatics and warm spices, all tempered by the mild flavor and starchiness of potatoes. The peas in aloo matar usually are drab army green from the acidity of the tomatoes; we add them at the end so they retain their bright color. Serve with cooling plain whole-milk yogurt, if desired.
Don't forget to thaw the peas before use. They are added off heat, when cooking is complete, so if they are still frozen, they will cool the curry. Also, don't be shy about stirring the potatoes as they cook uncovered; stirring helps release potato starch that thickens the curry.
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