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Aloo Capsicum

Aloo Capsicum

Stir-fried capsicum and boiled potatoes in a quick mustard oil-based masala — bright, slightly tangy, and perfect with roti.

Serves 3
Time: 25 minutes
Vegetarian
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Ingredients

  • 4 medium potatoes, boiled and cut
  • 4 medium capsicum, cut into strips
  • 1 onion, sliced
  • 2 medium tomatoes, chopped
  • 1 tsp cumin seeds
  • 1 tsp garlic, finely chopped
  • 1 tsp green chilli, finely chopped
  • 1 tsp ginger, finely chopped
  • ½ tsp turmeric powder
  • ½ tsp Kashmiri red chilli powder
  • 1 tsp coriander powder
  • 1 tsp dry mango powder (optional)
  • Salt to taste
  • 2 tbsp mustard oil

Method

  1. Heat a little oil and stir-fry the capsicum until just tender but still slightly crisp. Remove and set aside.

  2. In the same pan, heat remaining oil. Add cumin seeds and let them splutter.

  3. Add onion and fry until light golden. Add ginger, garlic, and green chilli. Sauté briefly.

  4. Add dry spices and chopped tomatoes. Fry until oil separates.

  5. Add boiled potatoes, salt, and stir-fried capsicum. Add 2 tbsp water, cover and cook on low for 2 minutes.