Vegan Aloo Matar

Discover the comforting flavors of Vegan Aloo Matar, a classic Indian curry that combines tender potatoes, sweet green peas, and a rich, spiced tomato-onion gravy. This plant-based recipe is a one-pot wonder, featuring simple ingredients like cumin, turmeric, garam masala, and fresh cilantro for an authentic depth of flavor. With a balance of wholesome vegetables and aromatic spices, this easy-to-make dish is perfect for busy weeknights or as part of a festive vegan menu. Ready in just 45 minutes, Vegan Aloo Matar pairs beautifully with fragrant basmati rice or soft vegan naan, making it a hearty, flavorful, and gluten-free meal you'll keep coming back to.

Nutriscore Rating: 83/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 3 medium potatoes
• 2 cups frozen peas
• 2 tablespoons oil
• 1 large onion
• 2 large tomatoes
• 3 garlic cloves
• 1 inch piece fresh ginger
• 1 teaspoon cumin seeds
• 0.5 teaspoon turmeric powder
• 1 teaspoon coriander powder
• 1 teaspoon garam masala
• 0.5 teaspoon red chili powder
• 1 teaspoon (adjust to taste) salt
• 1 cup water
• 0.25 cup chopped cilantro

Directions

Step 1

Peel the potatoes and cut them into 1-inch cubes. Set aside.

Step 2

Finely chop the onion, tomatoes, garlic, and ginger.

Step 3

Heat oil in a large pan over medium heat. Add cumin seeds and let them splutter for a few seconds.

Step 4

Add the chopped onions and sauté until they turn golden brown.

Step 5

Stir in the garlic and ginger, and cook for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.

Step 6

Add chopped tomatoes, turmeric powder, coriander powder, red chili powder, and salt. Cook for about 5-7 minutes until the tomatoes become soft and the oil starts to separate from the mixture.

Step 7

Add the cubed potatoes to the pan and mix well with the spice mixture.

Step 8

Pour in the water, cover the pan, and let it simmer for 15 minutes until the potatoes are half-cooked.

Step 9

Add the frozen peas and continue to cook for another 10 minutes, or until the potatoes are fully cooked.

Step 10

Sprinkle the garam masala over the dish and stir to combine.

Step 11

Garnish with chopped cilantro before serving.

Step 12

Serve hot with rice or vegan naan.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1728.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1270.4

Total Fat 33.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 2.6g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.3g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 2477.3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 215.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 39.2g	0%
Total Sugars 43.0g
Protein 39.8g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 338.6mg	0%
Iron 17.5mg	0%
Potassium 5267.0mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 22.6%

Protein: 12.1%

Carbs: 65.4%