ALOO SHIMLA MIRCH KI SABZI
(POTATO CAPSICUM DRY SABZI)

Aloo Shimla mirch is a Punjabi recipe which is dry and has no liquids.
In Hindi, potatoes are called as ‘Aloo’ and Capsicum are known as ‘Shimla Mirch’. Aloo shimla mirch is a quick and delicious recipe prepared with minimum spices. As this is a dry preparation it is also good option for the tiffin box. I have prepared it without using onion garlic, you can add if you wish. This savoury and tangy dish can be served as a side dish or also as a main dish.

Preparation time: 5 minutes
Cooking time: 15 minutes
Serves: 2 persons

Ingredients:
4 medium sized potatoes (cut in a slices)
2 medium sized capsicum (cut in a slices)
2 tbsp oil
1 tsp cumin seeds
1 tsp coriander cumin powder
1 tsp red chilli powder
1/2 tsp turmeric powder
1/2 tsp garam masala
1/2 tsp dry mango powder (aamchur)
Pinch of asafoetida
Salt to taste
Finely chopped coriander

Method:

1. Heat oil and add cumin seeds, let them splutter, then add asafoetida and potatoes. Mix and stir.
2. Cover and cook till potatoes cook halfway.
3. Then add the capsicum and stir for 1-2 minutes.
4. Further add all dry spices and salt. Mix it well.
5. Splash some water then cover and cook on a low flame until the vegetables are cooked properly.
6. Lastly add some chopped coriander and turn off the heat.
7. Serve hot with phulka , salad etc.