ALU SHALGAM SABZI

Turnips and potatoes are a marriage made in heaven. This is eaten in north Indian households on a daily basis. Pair this with a simpe, dal, rotis or rice .

 

 

Ingredients

2 large Yukon Gold potatoes, cut into 1/2 inch cubes
3 medium turnips or shalgam cut into 1/2 " cubes
1/2 cup frozen peas
1 onion chopped finely
2-3 green chillies chopped
1 tsp cumin seeds
1 1/2 tsp turmeric powder
1/2 tsp garam masala 
1/2 tsp chilli powder 
1 tbsp tomato paste
Salt as per taste 
2 tbsp oil 
1/4 cup coriander leaves chopped

  

Method:

Heat oil in a pan. Add cumin seeds and let them brown.
Add the onions and green chillies, saute till golden brown.
Now add the turmeric powder, garam masala, chilli powder, and salt , saute for 30 seconds.
Add the tomatoes and cook till the tomatoes cook a bit and turn pulpy.
Add the potatoes, turnips, and green peas. Stir well.
Add the water, bring to a boil.
Add the cilantro, cover and cook 15-20 minutes till the turnips and potatoes are cooked.
Uncover, and cook a few minutes on med-high to let any excess water evaporate (if needed).
Garnish with fresh cilantro, and serve.