Alu-Matar in a tomato Based Gravy

This is a simple recipe which can be had with roti or paratha at any point of time. This tastes delicious because of the tanginess of tomatoes. In my childhood this was a winter staple when fresh green peas were abundant; but now with the availability of frozen peas round the year, this recipe can come handy whenever you want.
Ingredients –

 

• Potatoes
• Peas
• Tomatoes
• Cumin seeds
• Turmeric powder
• Chilli powder
• Salt & Sugar
• Cooking oil (preferably mustard oil for the tang that it brings)

Preparation –

• Peel the potatoes and cut them into cubes
• Heat oil in a pan. Temper with cumin seeds
• Add the cubed potatoes and fry till red
• Now add salt,  turmeric & chilli powder and green chillies
• Cook till the spices are done well
• Now add the tomatoes and blend them well with the spices
• Now add a little water
• Add the peas
• Let the concoction cook well till the vegetables are done.
• Once done, drizzle mustard oil in it and turn the oven off.

Allow some standing time and serve.