Tinned Marchri Tarkari with a Twist

Ingredients

• 2 cups (400g) canned green peas 2 cups (400g) canned green peas
• 2 medium-sized potatoes, peeled and diced 2 medium-sized potatoes, peeled and diced
• 1 onion, finely chopped 1 onion, finely chopped
• 2 tomatoes, pureed 2 tomatoes, pureed
• 2 cloves of garlic, minced 2 cloves of garlic, minced
• 1-inch piece of ginger, grated 1-inch piece of ginger, grated
• 1 teaspoon cumin powder 1 teaspoon cumin powder
• 1 teaspoon coriander powder 1 teaspoon coriander powder
• 1/2 teaspoon turmeric powder 1/2 teaspoon turmeric powder
• 1/2 teaspoon red chili powder (adjust to taste) 1/2 teaspoon red chili powder (adjust to taste)
• 1/2 teaspoon garam masala 1/2 teaspoon garam masala
• 2 tablespoons vegetable oil 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
• 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): 32g, 6g
• Protein: 6g
• Fiber: 8g
• Salt: 1g

Preparation

1. 1.
   Heat vegetable oil in a pan over medium heat.
2. 2.
   Add the chopped onions and sauté until golden brown.
3. 3.
   Add minced garlic and grated ginger. Sauté for another minute.
4. 4.
   Add cumin powder, coriander powder, turmeric powder, and red chili powder. Mix well.
5. 5.
   Add the pureed tomatoes and cook until the oil separates from the mixture.
6. 6.
   Add the diced potatoes and cook for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
7. 7.
   Add the canned green peas and mix well.
8. 8.
   Season with salt and cover the pan. Cook for 10-15 minutes or until the potatoes are tender.
9. 9.
   Sprinkle garam masala and garnish with fresh cilantro leaves.
10. 10.
    Serve hot with steamed rice or roti.

Treat your ingredients with care...

• Canned green peas — Rinse the peas thoroughly before using to remove any excess salt or preservatives.

Tips & Tricks

• For a spicier version, increase the amount of red chili powder according to your taste preference.
• Add a squeeze of lemon juice before serving to enhance the tanginess of the dish.
• Serve with a side of yogurt to balance the flavors and add a creamy element.
• Experiment with different vegetables such as carrots or bell peppers to add variety to the dish.
• To make it more filling, serve the Tinned Marchri Tarkari with steamed rice or naan bread.

Serving advice

Serve the Tinned Marchri Tarkari hot with steamed rice or freshly made roti. Garnish with fresh cilantro leaves for added freshness and color.

Presentation advice

Present the Tinned Marchri Tarkari in a vibrant serving dish to showcase the colorful combination of green peas and potatoes. Sprinkle some additional garam masala on top for an extra touch of aroma and visual appeal.