Aloo Shimla Mirch Masala

Ingredients

• 3 medium potatoes, peeled and diced (450g) 3 medium potatoes, peeled and diced (450g)
• 2 bell peppers (1 green, 1 red), diced 2 bell peppers (1 green, 1 red), diced
• 1 onion, finely chopped 1 onion, finely chopped
• 3 cloves of garlic, minced 3 cloves of garlic, minced
• 1-inch piece of ginger, grated 1-inch piece of ginger, grated
• 2 tablespoons vegetable oil 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
• 1 teaspoon cumin seeds 1 teaspoon cumin seeds
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon ground coriander 1 teaspoon ground coriander
• 1/2 teaspoon turmeric powder 1/2 teaspoon turmeric powder
• 1/2 teaspoon garam masala 1/2 teaspoon garam masala
• 1/4 teaspoon red chili powder (adjust to taste) 1/4 teaspoon red chili powder (adjust to taste)
• Salt to taste Salt to taste
• Fresh cilantro leaves, for garnish Fresh cilantro leaves, for garnish

Nutrition

• Calories (kcal / KJ): 220 kcal / 920 KJ
• Fat (total, saturated): 8g, 1g
• Carbohydrates (total, sugars): 34g, 5g
• Protein: 4g
• Fiber: 5g
• Salt: 1g

Preparation

1. 1.
   Heat the vegetable oil in a large pan over medium heat.
2. 2.
   Add the cumin seeds and let them sizzle for a few seconds until fragrant.
3. 3.
   Add the chopped onions and sauté until they turn golden brown.
4. 4.
   Add the minced garlic and grated ginger, and cook for another minute.
5. 5.
   Add the diced potatoes to the pan and cook until they are slightly golden and tender.
6. 6.
   Add the diced bell peppers and cook for an additional 3-4 minutes until they are slightly softened.
7. 7.
   In a small bowl, mix together the ground cumin, ground coriander, turmeric powder, garam masala, red chili powder, and salt.
8. 8.
   Sprinkle the spice mixture over the vegetables and stir well to coat them evenly.
9. 9.
   Reduce the heat to low, cover the pan, and let the vegetables simmer for about 10-12 minutes, or until the flavors meld together and the potatoes are fully cooked.
10. 10.
    Garnish with fresh cilantro leaves and serve hot with rice or Indian bread.

Treat your ingredients with care...

• Potatoes — Make sure to dice the potatoes into uniform pieces to ensure even cooking.
• Bell peppers — Use a combination of green and red bell peppers for a visually appealing dish.
• Cumin seeds — Toasting the cumin seeds before adding them to the dish will enhance their flavor.

Tips & Tricks

• For a spicier version, increase the amount of red chili powder or add a finely chopped green chili.
• Serve the Aloo Shimla Mirch Masala with a side of yogurt or raita to balance the flavors.
• Customize the dish by adding other vegetables such as peas or carrots.
• To make it a complete meal, serve the dish with steamed basmati rice or naan bread.
• Leftovers can be refrigerated and enjoyed the next day, as the flavors tend to develop further.

Serving advice

Serve the Aloo Shimla Mirch Masala hot as a main course dish, accompanied by rice or Indian bread. Garnish with fresh cilantro leaves for added freshness and visual appeal.

Presentation advice

Present the Aloo Shimla Mirch Masala in a vibrant serving dish to showcase the colorful combination of potatoes and bell peppers. Sprinkle some additional chopped cilantro on top for an extra pop of green.