Dhania Waale Aloo Matar. Potatoes and peas spiced with Indian spices and cilantro. Easy spiced dry potato and peas Subzi. Vegan Soy-free Gluten-free Recipe

Recipe Snapshot

  • Prep time: 15 minutes
  • Cook time: 30 minutes
  • Total time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: 4
  • Category: Side
  • Cuisine: Indian

Ingredients

  • 2 teaspoons oil
  • 1/2 cup chopped cilantro (packed)
  • 3 potatoes (cubed)
  • 1 teaspoon coriander powder (sukha dhania powder)
  • 1/4 teaspoon turmeric powder (haldi)
  • 1/2 teaspoon chili powder or to taste
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 tsp garam masala
  • 3/4 cup peas
  • 3/4 teaspoon salt or to taste
  • more cilantro for garnish

Method

  1. In a large pan, add oil and heat on medium heat.
  2. Add cilantro and mix and cook for 2 minutes until lightly crisp on the edges.
  3. Add potatoes and cook for 6-7 minutes, uncovered. Stir once in between.
  4. Add coriander powder, turmeric, chili powder, garlic and 1/2 tsp garam masala if using, and mix well. Cook for a minute.
  5. Add peas and salt, mix cover and cook on low-medium heat, until potatoes are done. 8-10 minutes. Stir once in between. Add a splash of water if the potatoes stick too much and mix in.
  6. Taste and adjust salt and spice. Mix well. Serve hot garnished with cilantro.
  7. Serve as a side with Dal, top a bowl of quinoa (add Mint chutney), or use as stuffing for sandwiches, wraps or samosas.

Kiyaan Singh’s Kitchen Note

Keep this recipe as a working base: cook once as written, then adjust spice, texture, and serving style for your own table.