Light and Flavorful Potato Tomato Curry

Light and Flavorful Potato Tomato Curry

Alu Tamatar
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Equipment

  • Small non-stick frying pan or skillet
  • Microwave (optional)
  • Knife

Ingredients

  • 1/2 lb. cooked potato cubes peeled or unpeeled, as preferred
  • 1/2 lb. tomatoes diced
  • 1/2 teaspoon cumin seeds
  • 1/4 teaspoon turmeric powder
  • 1 tsp. salt or to taste (preferably rock salt)
  • 1 tsp. chili powder optional
  • Cilantro/coriander leaves for garnish
  • 1 tablespoon oil

Instructions

  • If not using pre-cooked potatoes, cook them in the microwave or boil them until tender.
  • Slice them finely with a knife and set aside.
  • Heat oil in a small non-stick frying pan or skillet over medium heat.
  • Add cumin seeds to the hot oil and fry for about half a minute until aromatic.
  • Add diced tomatoes and sliced potatoes to the pan.
  • Sprinkle salt, turmeric powder, and chili powder (if using) over the mixture.
  • Stir well to combine.
  • Cook for about 10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the tomatoes are softened and the flavors meld together.
  • Pour in 1/2 cup of warm water.
  • Stir gently and simmer for a few minutes to allow the flavors to blend further.
  • Garnish with chopped cilantro/coriander leaves before serving.

Notes & Wine Advice

Serving Suggestions:

This potato tomato curry can be enjoyed as a side dish with rice or bread.
For a quick meal, stuff it into pitas or pocket breads and serve with a dollop of butter.

Wine Advice:

Given the light and simple nature of this dish, it pairs well with a crisp and refreshing white wine such as Sauvignon Blanc or a light-bodied red wine like Pinot Noir. These wines will complement the flavors without overpowering the dish.

Nutrition values

Calories: 150 kcal | koolhydraten: 20 g | Eiwitten: 2 g | Vet: 7 g | Suiker: 2 g
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Alu Tamatar

Alu Tamatar

Quick and Easy Potato Tomato Curry
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Equipment

  • Small non-stick frying pan or skillet
  • Wooden spoon or spatula
  • Knife

Ingredients

  • 1/2 lb. potatoes peeled, cooked, and cubed
  • 1/2 lb. tomatoes cubed
  • 1 tsp. ginger paste
  • 1 tsp. coriander powder
  • 1 tsp. salt or to taste (preferably rock salt)
  • 1 tsp. chili powder optional
  • Cilantro/coriander leaves for garnish
  • 1 tablespoon oil

Instructions

  • Heat oil in a small non-stick frying pan or skillet over medium heat.
  • Add ginger paste and coriander powder to the hot oil.
  • Fry for about half a minute until fragrant.
  • Add cubed potatoes and tomatoes to the pan.
  • Sprinkle salt and chili powder (if using) over the vegetables.
  • Stir well to coat.
  • Cook for about 10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the potatoes and tomatoes are tender.
  • Pour in 1/2 cup of warm water.
  • Stir gently and simmer for a few minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.
  • Garnish with chopped cilantro/coriander leaves before serving.
  • Nutritional Values (per serving):

Notes & Wine Advice

Wine Advice:

To complement the simplicity and flavors of this dish, consider serving it with a light-bodied red wine such as Beaujolais or a crisp white wine such as Pinot Grigio. The wine’s acidity will balance the tanginess of the tomatoes while enhancing the overall enjoyment of the meal.

Nutrition values

Calories: 150 kcal | koolhydraten: 20 g | Eiwitten: 2 g | Vet: 7 g | Suiker: 2 g
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Rajasthani Spiced Potato Curry

Rajasthani Spiced Potato Curry

Alu ki Sabzi
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Equipment

Ingredients

Instructions

  • Heat oil in a frying pan or skillet over medium heat.
  • Add cumin seeds and optional asafetida.
  • Fry for about a minute until fragrant.
  • Add ginger paste and garlic paste.
  • Sauté for another minute.
  • Add the cubed potatoes, mashed potatoes, turmeric powder, chili powder, salt, and black pepper.
  • Stir well to coat the potatoes with the spices.
  • Pour in a cup of lukewarm water.
  • Stir gently to combine.
  • Simmer the curry for a couple of minutes until the flavors meld together and the potatoes are heated through.
  • Garnish with slit green chilies and chopped cilantro/coriander leaves before serving.

Notes & Wine Advice

Wine Advice:

To complement the earthy flavors of this Rajasthani potato curry, opt for a crisp and refreshing white wine such as Sauvignon Blanc or a light-bodied red wine like Pinot Noir. The wine’s acidity will balance the spices in the curry, enhancing its overall taste.

Nutrition values

Calories: 200 kcal | koolhydraten: 30 g | Eiwitten: 4 g | Vet: 7 g | Suiker: 2 g
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Palak Paneer

Palak Paneer

Creamy Spinach and Cottage Cheese Curry
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Equipment

  • Non-stick frying pan or skillet
  • Wooden spoon or spatula
  • Knife

Ingredients

Instructions

  • Heat oil in a non-stick frying pan or skillet over medium heat.
  • Add finely chopped or pureed onions, ginger paste, and garlic paste.
  • Sauté for about 5 minutes until onions turn golden brown.
  • Stir in the ground cumin and coriander powder.
  • Cook for another minute.
  • Add the chopped or pureed tomato and cook until the oil starts to separate from the mixture, stirring occasionally.
  • Add the cubed cottage cheese and chopped spinach to the pan.
  • Sprinkle turmeric powder, chili powder, and salt over the mixture.
  • Stir well to combine.
  • Pour in half a cup of lukewarm water and stir gently.
  • Cover the pan and let it simmer over medium-low heat for about 30 minutes, or until the spinach is cooked and the flavors are well combined.

Notes & Wine Advice

Wine Advice:

To complement the richness of this dish, consider serving it with a medium-bodied red wine like Merlot or a crisp white wine such as Chardonnay. The wine’s acidity will balance the creaminess of the curry, enhancing the overall dining experience.

Nutrition values

Calories: 280 kcal | koolhydraten: 10 g | Eiwitten: 20 g | Vet: 20 g | Suiker: 3 g
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Course; Curry / Lunch / Main Course
Cuisine; India

Paneer Matar

Paneer Matar

Creamy Cottage Cheese and Peas Curry
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Equipment

  • Non-stick frying pan or skillet
  • Wooden spoon or spatula
  • Knife

Ingredients

Instructions

  • Heat oil in a non-stick frying pan or skillet over medium heat.
  • Add chopped or pureed onions, ginger paste, and garlic paste.
  • Sauté for about 5 minutes until onions turn golden brown.
  • Stir in the ground cumin and coriander powder.
  • Cook for another minute.
  • Add the tomato puree and cook until the oil starts to separate from the mixture, stirring occasionally.
  • Add the cubed cottage cheese and shelled green peas to the pan.
  • Sprinkle turmeric powder, chili powder, and salt over the mixture.
  • Stir well to combine.
  • Pour in half a cup of lukewarm water and stir gently.
  • Cover the pan and let it simmer over medium-low heat for about 15 minutes, or until the peas are tender and the flavors are well combined.
  • Once cooked, garnish with chopped fresh cilantro leaves before serving.

Notes & Wine Advice

Wine Advice:

For a complementary pairing, consider serving this creamy cottage cheese and peas curry with a light-bodied red wine like Pinot Noir or a fruity white wine such as Riesling. These wines will complement the richness of the dish without overpowering its delicate flavors.

Nutrition values

Calories: 280 kcal | koolhydraten: 25 g | Eiwitten: 20 g | Vet: 10 g | Suiker: 7 g
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Course; Curry / Lunch / Main Course
Cuisine; India

Green Beans & Potato Curry

Green Beans & Potato Curry

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Ingredients

Instructions

  • Heat oil in a non-stick frying pan or skillet over medium-low heat.
  • Add pureed onions, ginger paste, and garlic paste to the hot oil.
  • Cook for about 2-3 minutes until the onions turn translucent.
  • Stir in cumin powder and coriander powder.
  • Cook for another minute until the spices are fragrant.
  • Add cubed potatoes and French style cut green beans to the pan.
  • Mix well with the onion-spice mixture.
  • Sprinkle turmeric powder and chili powder over the vegetables.
  • Stir to coat the vegetables evenly with the spices.
  • Pour in 1/2 cup of lukewarm water and stir to combine all the ingredients.
  • Season with salt according to taste.
  • Cover the pan and let the curry cook for about 15 minutes on medium-low heat, stirring occasionally, until the potatoes and green beans are tender.
  • Once the potatoes and green beans are cooked to your liking, remove the pan from the heat.
  • Garnish with chopped cilantro/coriander leaves.
  • Serve hot as a main course, accompanied by rice or Indian flatbread.

Notes & Wine Advice

Wine Advice:

While traditionally not paired with wine, you can enjoy this Green Beans & Potato Curry with a light and refreshing Indian lager beer for a classic accompaniment. Alternatively, a glass of mango lassi can provide a cooling contrast to the spices.

Nutrition values

Calories: 200 kcal | koolhydraten: 35 g | Eiwitten: 5 g | Vet: 6 g | Suiker: 5 g
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Course; Curry / Main Course
Cuisine; India

Shimla Mirch ki Sabzi

Shimla Mirch ki Sabzi

Peppers & Potato Curry
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Ingredients

Instructions

  • Heat oil in a non-stick frying pan or skillet over medium-low heat.
  • Add pureed onions, tomatoes, ginger paste, and garlic paste to the hot oil.
  • Cook for about 2-3 minutes until the onions turn translucent.
  • Stir in cumin powder and coriander powder.
  • Cook for another minute until the spices are fragrant.
  • Add cubed potatoes and sliced green bell peppers to the pan.
  • Mix well with the onion-tomato-spice mixture.
  • Sprinkle turmeric powder and chili powder over the vegetables.
  • Stir to coat the vegetables evenly with the spices.
  • Pour in 1/2 cup of lukewarm water and stir to combine all the ingredients.
  • Season with salt according to taste.
  • Cover the pan and let the curry cook for about 15 minutes on medium-low heat, stirring occasionally, until the potatoes and peppers are tender.
  • Once the potatoes and peppers are cooked to your liking, remove the pan from the heat.
  • Garnish with chopped cilantro/coriander leaves.
  • Serve hot as a main course, accompanied by rice or Indian flatbread.

Notes & Wine Advice

Wine Advice:

While traditionally not paired with wine, you can enjoy this Peppers & Potato Curry (Shimla Mirch ki Sabzi) with a light and refreshing Indian lager beer for a classic accompaniment. Alternatively, a glass of mango lassi can provide a cooling contrast to the spices.

Nutrition values

Calories: 200 kcal | koolhydraten: 35 g | Eiwitten: 5 g | Vet: 6 g | Suiker: 5 g
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Course; Curry / Main Course
Cuisine; India

Alu Matar

Alu Matar

Peas & Potato Curry
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Ingredients

Instructions

  • Heat oil in a non-stick frying pan or skillet over medium-low heat.
  • Add pureed onions, ginger paste, and garlic paste to the hot oil.
  • Cook for about 2-3 minutes until the onions turn translucent.
  • Stir in cumin powder and coriander powder.
  • Cook for another minute until the spices are fragrant.
  • Add cubed potatoes and shelled green peas to the pan.
  • Mix well with the onion-spice mixture.
  • Sprinkle turmeric powder and chili powder over the vegetables.
  • Stir to coat the vegetables evenly with the spices.
  • Pour in 1/2 cup of lukewarm water and stir to combine all the ingredients.
  • Season with salt according to taste.
  • Cover the pan and let the curry cook for about 15 minutes on medium-low heat, stirring occasionally, until the potatoes and peas are tender.
  • Once the potatoes and peas are cooked to your liking, remove the pan from the heat.
  • Garnish with chopped cilantro/coriander leaves.
  • Serve hot as a main course, accompanied by rice or Indian flatbread.

Notes & Wine Advice

Wine Advice:

While traditionally not paired with wine, you can enjoy this Peas & Potato Curry (Alu Matar) with a light and refreshing Indian lager beer for a classic accompaniment. Alternatively, a glass of mango lassi can provide a cooling contrast to the spices.

Nutrition values

Calories: 200 kcal | koolhydraten: 35 g | Eiwitten: 7 g | Vet: 4 g | Suiker: 6 g
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Course; Curry / Main Course
Cuisine; India

Shorshe Dharosh

Shorshe Dharosh

Okra & Mustard
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Ingredients

Instructions

  • Heat oil in a non-stick frying pan or skillet over low heat.
  • Add mustard seeds to the hot oil and fry for about 30 seconds until they start to splutter.
  • Stir in the mustard paste and cook for another minute, ensuring it doesn’t burn.
  • Add whole okra to the pan and toss to coat with the mustard mixture.
  • Sprinkle turmeric powder, chili powder, and salt over the okra.
  • Mix well.
  • Cook the okra on medium-low heat for 10 to 15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until tender but still crisp.
  • Once the okra is cooked to your liking, remove the pan from the heat.
  • Serve hot as a main course, accompanied by rice or Indian flatbread.

Notes & Wine Advice

Wine Advice:

While traditionally not paired with wine, you can enjoy this Okra & Mustard (Shorshe Dharosh) with a light and refreshing Indian lager beer for a classic accompaniment. Alternatively, a glass of mango lassi can provide a cooling contrast to the spices.

Nutrition values

Calories: 100 kcal | koolhydraten: 10 g | Eiwitten: 3 g | Vet: 6 g | Suiker: 2 g
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Course; Main Course
Cuisine; India

Masala Bhindi

Masala Bhindi

Okra Curry
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Ingredients

Instructions

  • Heat oil in a non-stick frying pan or skillet over medium-low heat.
  • Add pureed onions, ginger paste, and garlic paste to the hot oil.
  • Cook for about 2-3 minutes until the onions turn translucent.
  • Stir in cumin powder and coriander powder.
  • Cook for another minute until the spices are fragrant.
  • Add pureed tomato to the pan.
  • Mix well with the onion-spice mixture.
  • Add cubed potatoes and sliced okra to the pan.
  • Mix well with the onion-tomato-spice mixture.
  • Sprinkle turmeric powder, chili powder, and salt over the vegetables.
  • Stir to coat the vegetables evenly with the spices.
  • Cover the pan and let the curry cook for about 30 minutes on medium-low heat, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables are tender.
  • Once the vegetables are cooked to your liking, remove the pan from the heat.
  • Serve hot as a main course, accompanied by rice or Indian flatbread.

Notes & Wine Advice

Wine Advice:

While traditionally not paired with wine, you can enjoy this Okra Curry (Masala Bhindi) with a light and refreshing Indian lager beer for a classic accompaniment. Alternatively, a glass of mango lassi can provide a cooling contrast to the spices.

Nutrition values

Calories: 150 kcal | koolhydraten: 20 g | Eiwitten: 4 g | Vet: 7 g | Suiker: 5 g
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Course; Curry / Main Course
Cuisine; India