Dry Aloo Capsicum (Aloo Shimla Mirch) is an Indian stir fry made using potatoes and green bell peppers. Serve it for lunch or dinner with dal and roti.
As required ▢¼ teaspoon asafetida (hing) (skip for gluten-free)
1/4 teaspoon ▢cumin seeds
1/4 cup ▢chopped onions
1/4 teaspoon ▢ginger garlic paste
1/4 cup ▢peeled and cubed potatoes (½-inch cubes)
1/4 teaspoon ▢coriander powder
As required ▢½ teaspoon Turmeric powder
1/4 teaspoon ▢Kashmiri red chili powder
As required ▢½ teaspon salt (or to taste)
1/4 cup ▢finely chopped tomatoes
1/4 cup ▢diced green bell peppers (½-inch pieces)
1/4 teaspoon ▢dry mango powder (amchoor)
Directions: Aloo Capsicum Recipe
STEP 1.Heat oil in a medium-size pan over medium-high heat.
STEP 2.Once the oil is hot, add asafetida and cumin seeds and let them crackle for 3-4 seconds.
STEP 3.Add onions and ginger-garlic paste to the pan and cook for 2 minutes, stirring frequently.
STEP 4.Add potatoes and mix well.
STEP 5.Reduce the heat to low.
STEP 6.Cover the pan with a tight-fitting lid and cook until the potatoes are tender (10-12 minutes). Stir a few times while cooking.
STEP 7.Splash a tablespoon of water if the potatoes are getting burned.
STEP 8.Remove the lid and add coriander powder, turmeric powder, Kashmiri red chili powder, and salt to the pan and mix well.
STEP 9.Add tomatoes and cook for 3-4 minutes until the tomatoes are mushy.
STEP 10.Add bell peppers and mix well.
STEP 11.Cover the pan again and cook on low heat for another 8-10 minutes.
STEP 12.Remove the lid. Add dry mango powder and mix well.
STEP 13.Check for salt and add more if needed.
STEP 14.Garnish with fresh coriander and serve hot.
Nutrition value
156
calories per serving
11 g Fat2 g Protein12 g Carbs3 g FiberOther
Current Totals
Fat
11g
Protein
2g
Carbs
12g
Fiber
3g
MacroNutrients
Carbs
12g
Protein
2g
Fiber
3g
Fats
Fat
11g
Vitamins & Minerals
Calcium
33mg
Iron
1mg
Vitamin A
522mcg
Vitamin B1
< 1mg
Vitamin B2
< 1mg
Vitamin B3
1mg
Vitamin B6
< 1mg
Vitamin B9
46mcg
Vitamin B12
0mcg
Vitamin C
72mg
Vitamin E
2mg
Copper
< 1mcg
Magnesium
32mg
Manganese
< 1mg
Phosphorus
54mg
Selenium
< 1mcg
Zinc
< 1mg
Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. All nutritional information presented are estimates and not meant to substitute professional dietary advice or treatment