Here is my version of a quick and easy Aloo Matar made without onion or garlic. Potatoes and green peas are simmered in a simple yet flavourful Indian spiced tomato gravy. Ready within 20 minutes, this curry is perfect for busy weeknights and beginner cooks.
Sometimes I just want dinner on the table fast and this quick aloo matar recipe is perfect for that!
In fact, it's such a simple recipe that I once made this for friends at uni and received lots of compliments!
I make sure that my Indian curries without onion and garlic are always delicious. In this dish, I use kasoori methi, ginger, green chillies and the classic Indian spice powders to provide plenty of flavour.
My family's favourite way to serve this aloo matar with a gravy is with whole wheat roti and a cooling pumpkin raita on the side. To make it a complete meal, I usually add a simple red lentil dal and fresh turmeric pickle.
Aloo Matar Ingredients Notes
See the recipe card below for the full ingredients list with measurements.
Potatoes - normal white potatoes work fine. I prefer all rounder potatoes which are not too waxy or too floury.
Peas - frozen or fresh green peas. I like using frozen for ease.
Tomato - to get a thick and flavourful gravy, I use passata or crushed tinned tomatoes. It's the same technique I use for ringan bateta nu shaak.
Kasoori methi - adds unique flavour and depth without needing the onion garlic. You can find kasoori methi in the Indian section of the world food aisle or in Indian grocery stores. However, it's optional if you do not have it.
How to Make Aloo Matar (Stovetop)
Prepare the potatoes - wash, peel and cube.
Prepare the tomato gravy.
Add the peas, potatoes and water.
Cover and cook for 10 minutes or until the potatoes are tender.
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📖 Recipe
Aloo Matar Without Onion Garlic
Ingredients
- 4 potatoes peeled and cubed
- 1 cup green peas frozen or fresh
- ¾ cup passata
- 1 inch ginger crushed
- 4 green chillies crushed
- 4 tablespoon oil
- 1 teaspoon mustard seeds
- 1 teaspoon cumin seeds
- 1 teaspoon red chilli powder
- ½ teaspoon. turmeric powder
- 1 tablespoon ground cumin and coriander
- ½ teaspoon garam masala
- 1 teaspoon kasoori methi optional
- 3 tablespoon fresh coriander leaves
- salt to taste
Instructions
- Heat 4 tablespoon oil in a pan.
- Once the oil is hot, add 1 teaspoon mustard seeds and 1 teaspoon cumin seeds.
- Once the seeds crackle, add ¾ cup passata, crushed 1 inch ginger and 4 green chillies.
- Lower the heat and cook the tomato mixture until oil separates at the edges.
- Add 1 teaspoon kasoori methi, 1 teaspoon red chilli powder, ½ teaspoon. turmeric powder, 1 tablespoon ground cumin and coriander, ½ teaspoon garam masala and salt to taste.
- Cook the masala for a minute then add 1 cup green peas and 4 potatoes (peeled and cubed)
- Mix well and add water to cover the potatoes.
- Cover the pan with a lid and cook until the potatoes are tender but not mushy. Check the water level and add more if required.
- Remove from the heat, garnish with 3 tablespoon fresh coriander leaves and serve hot.
Notes
Nutrition
PLEASE NOTE: Nutritional values are estimated by a computer and may vary based on ingredients and portion sizes. For personalised dietary advice, please consult a qualified healthcare professional.
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Unknown says
This looks yum. I love how easy the preperation is. I often make this
Padmajha says
This is such a classic dish and the pics are literally tempting me to grab the bowl off the screen!!!
jayashree says
Lovely one, these are such handy ones. I do buy green peas in the season and stack them.
Citrus Spice and Travels says
This is our all time favorite curry, I make it at least once a week. We like using fresh peas.
Heidi Roberts says
I love a potato curry on a cold night. I also use frozen peas throughout the year too.
cookingwithsapana says
Aloo matar is a favorite in winters but here we make it whenever we want thanks o frozen peas. Loved this no onion garlic version of yours.
Sharmila kingsly says
This is one of my fav combo.. Aloo and Matar i go crazy over them.. Delicious curry and super tempting clicks
Anonymous says
Love aloo matar. All pics are excellent..
Shubha A says
Aloo Matar and Poori is one of the best combos ever. Simple yet most loved. I simply love ur pics.each and every click brilliantly composed..awesome
Unknown says
Such a classic and all time favourite dish. You are right Jagruti - we somehow forget that these simple dishes are the ones that make a hearty meal. you know the one we say - ghar ka khana. Pics are stunning
Unknown says
Simple comfort food at it's best! All your pictures bring the food alive! Keep it up!
Lathiya says
Sometimes those recipies which we make often will never get place in our blog😉...this aloo matar is droolworthy..
sushma says
Perfectly done. Love to have it with Puri or chapati
Unknown says
I find aloo matar and puri as a best comfort. The spicy aloo matar with soft puffed up puri is match made in heaven.