Aloo Shimla Mirch (Capsicum) Sabzi - Pakistani

Ingredients

• 4 tbsp cooking oil of choice
• 2 Green Peppers cut into squares
• 2-3 potatoes quartered into wedges and thinly sliced ((450g))
• 1 diced onion ((150-175g))
• 1 diced tomato
• 1 tsp crushed garlic
• 1/2 tsp crushed ginger
• 1 tsp salt
• 1/4-1/2 tsp red chilli powder
• 1/2 tsp chili flakes
• 1/3 tsp turmeric/haldi powder
• cilantro for garnish and lemon to adjust seasoning

Instructions

1. 1

   Fry onions in oil until the edges change colour.

2. 2

   Add the ginger/garlic and sauté for a minute, then add the spices and sauté for another minute.

3. 3

   Now it is time to put in the green peppers, give them a quick toss in the spices and add the remaining ingredients + half a cup of hot water.TIP: for tender crisp green peppers add halfway through cooking.

4. 4

   Bring the mixture to a boil then reduce to a simmer.

5. 5

   Cover and cook for 20 minutes or until done. Check the water at the halfway mark and give the dish a quick stir.

6. 6

   Adjust seasoning, garnish with sliced chillies and serve with roti.