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    Home » All Recipes » Side Dishes

    Bombay Potatoes and Peas

    April 28, 2020 By Melissa Huggins / 44 Comments

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    These Bombay Potatoes and Peas are savory, warm-spiced, and are total comfort on a plate! Everything is cooked in one pan and requires little effort to make. 

    Two bowls filled with bombay potatoes with forks in the middle.

    If you're looking for a delicious side dish to add to your rotation, you'll want to try this recipe for Bombay Potatoes and Peas. We make it often along with my Cauliflower Tikka Masala or Vegan Chickpea Curry. It's downright addicting

    This recipe is straight out of Richa Hingle's new book Vegan Richa's Everyday Kitchen. Her book is filled to the brim with everyday recipes that are easy to make, satisfying, and flavorful. Richa is not shy when it comes to seasoning and her recipes have layers of flavor.

    I've been following her blog for many years now, and I also have a copy of her first book Vegan Richa's Indian Kitchen. If you love Indian Cuisine, this is definitely the book for you, too.

    Cookbook on a stone table top with napkin, forks and bowls on the side.

    Table of Contents

    • What's Inside
    • Ingredients for Bombay Potatoes
    • How to make Bombay Potatoes
    • Bombay Potatoes and Peas

    What's Inside

    You'll have over 150 delicious recipes to choose from. Included in that, are authentic Indian Recipes, Indian-Inspired, and of course, flavor-packed everyday recipes like Pizza, Burgers, Casseroles, Tacos, Soups, Wraps, Sweets, One-Pot Meals, and more!

    Some recipes you'll find are Sweet and Sour Chickpeas, Black Bean Burgers, Baked Vegetable Pakoras, Mushroom Matar Masala, Sweet Potato Chocolate Pie, Vegan Brownies, and these Bombay Potatoes.

    Along with that, there are 36 flavorful "awesome sauce" recipes in the book and many of the chapters are organized according to the sauce. So, you can make the sauces ahead of time and use them throughout the week in a variety of recipes. Richa calls it the "awesome sauce way". You'll have countless recipes to make and it will make life easy!

    The book is very organized and the recipes are easy to follow. So, whether you're a newbie cook or a pro, this lineup of goodness will fit perfectly in your kitchen.

    Ingredients for Bombay Potatoes

    The ingredients are pretty straightforward and easy to find at your local grocery store. Here's what you'll need:

    Ingredients to make bombay potatoes on a table.

    For the main ingredients, you’ll need Yukon Gold Potatoes and Frozen Peas.

    To make the flavorful base, you’ll need Neutral Oil, Red Onion, Garlic, Tomato, Ginger, Cumin Seeds, Mustard Seeds, Ground Turmeric, Cayenne, Ground Coriander, Ground Cumin, Garam Masala, and Salt.

    For the finishing touch, you'll need Lemon Juice and Cilantro.

    6 process photos of cooking food in a pan.

    How to make Bombay Potatoes

    • 1 - Blend the tomato, garlic, and ginger into a coarse puree.
    • 2 - Heat the oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the cumin and mustard seeds. Cook until the cumin seeds change color, 1 to 2 minutes.
    • 3 - Add the onion and cook until it is translucent.
    • 4 - Now add the tomato mixture, turmeric, cayenne, coriander, ground cumin, and garam masala to the skillet.
    • 5 - Cook, stirring occasionally until the puree thickens and the garlic is fragrant.
    • 6 - Add the potatoes, salt, and water. Cover and cook for 10 to 11 minutes, then add the peas. Reduce the heat and simmer until the potatoes are tender. Add the cilantro and lemon juice.
    Overhead view of two bowls of bombay potatoes with forks in the middle. Pan of potatoes in the background.

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    Bombay Potatoes and Peas

    Bombay potatoes is a spiced potato dish made with whole spices. It can include curry leaves, different spices, peanuts, and so on. This version uses mustard seeds, cumin seeds, and peas to add some color and protein. Add some other vegetables or cooked chickpeas to make it a meal. This recipe also works well with sweet potatoes. 

    From Vegan Richa’s Everyday Kitchen copyright © 2017 by Richa Hingle. Used by permission Vegan Heritage Press.
    Prep Time10 mins
    Cook Time35 mins
    Total Time45 mins
    Course: Side
    Cuisine: Indian, Vegan
    Servings: 4 people
    Calories: 157kcal
    Author: Melissa Huggins

    Ingredients

    • 2 teaspoons safflower or other neutral oil
    • ½ teaspoon cumin seeds
    • 1 teaspoon mustard seeds
    • 1 small red onion , finely chopped
    • 1 large tomato , coarsely chopped
    • 7 cloves garlic , peeled
    • 1 inch knob fresh ginger , peeled and coarsely chopped
    • ½ teaspoon ground turmeric
    • ¼ to ½ teaspoon cayenne
    • 1 teaspoon ground coriander
    • ½ teaspoon ground cumin
    • ½ teaspoon garam masala , or more to taste
    • 3 medium Yukon gold potatoes , cut into ½-inch [1cm] pieces
    • 1 teaspoon salt , or more to taste
    • 1 cup water , or more as needed
    • 1 cup peas , fresh or thawed frozen
    • ¼ cup cilantro , finely chopped
    • Fresh lemon juice , to taste (optional)

    Recommended Equipment

    • Large Skillet
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    Instructions

    • Heat the oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the cumin and mustard seeds. Cook until the cumin seeds change color, 1 to 2 minutes. Add the onion and cook until it is translucent, 5 to 6 minutes.
    • Meanwhile, in a blender, blend the tomato, garlic, and ginger into a coarse puree. Add the tomato mixture, turmeric, cayenne, coriander, ground cumin, and garam masala to the skillet. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the puree thickens and the garlic is fragrant, 5 to 6 minutes.
    • Add the potatoes, salt, and water. Cover the skillet and cook for 10 to 11 minutes. Add the peas. Taste and adjust the seasonings. Reduce the heat to medium-low. Simmer for another 10 to 12 minutes, or until the potatoes are cooked to your preference. Add additional water if the potatoes start to stick or if you prefer more curry. Add the cilantro and lemon juice (if using).

    Notes

     
    Notes by Melissa Huggins: I added 1 tablespoon of tomato paste right after the onions finished browning and cooked it for 30 seconds. Then I added the blended tomato mixture. This deepens the tomato flavor, but the recipe is still really flavorful without it. 

    Nutrition

    Calories: 157kcal | Carbohydrates: 29g | Protein: 6g | Fat: 3g | Sodium: 648mg | Potassium: 749mg | Fiber: 6g | Sugar: 5g | Vitamin A: 535IU | Vitamin C: 37mg | Calcium: 66mg | Iron: 5.4mg
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    1. Tim K

      October 30, 2017 at 7:14 am

      Looks great! I'd love a chance at the book! Thanks.

      Reply
    2. Annette

      October 29, 2017 at 12:34 am

      This recipe looks incredible. My idea of an everyday meal is one that can be cooked in as single pot or sheet pan. The easier (while still being healthy), the more likely I'll make it repeatedly.

      Reply
    3. Nancy

      October 28, 2017 at 6:34 pm

      My idea is an easy but tasty and nutritious meal. I love Indian food and make it frequently. An everyday meal should have a whole food starch with a big salad and some sort of bean if desired. Cooked greens are a nice plus.

      Reply
    4. Elicia P

      October 27, 2017 at 9:38 pm

      Thank you. A everyday meal is something that I can whip up in no time flat and not running around for ingredients.
      I guess I am a bad vegan but there are many times I skip on a recipe because well... I do not have the ingredient.

      Reply
      • Melissa Huggins

        November 03, 2017 at 9:53 am

        Hi Elicia, I agree, it's gotta be easy or it just can't happen every day. 🙂

        Reply
    5. Richa @ VeganRicha

      October 27, 2017 at 2:42 pm

      Thank you for the wonderful review Melissa! And the bombay potatoes look so gorgeous and perfect! so glad you are loving the recipes 🙂

      Reply
      • Melissa Huggins

        November 03, 2017 at 9:52 am

        You're so welcome! I'm making the potatoes again tonight. My family is crazy for them 🙂

        Reply
    6. Karen D

      October 26, 2017 at 9:26 am

      Veggie burger with lettuce and tomato with a side of oven fries

      Reply
      • Melissa Huggins

        November 03, 2017 at 9:51 am

        That sounds so good right now! Comforting, yet healthy! Have a great weekend! 🙂

        Reply
    7. Dianne's Vegan Kitchen

      October 26, 2017 at 8:52 am

      I love this book! I haven't tried this recipe, but it's on my list of things to make. Your photos are gorgeous!

      Reply
      • Melissa Huggins

        November 03, 2017 at 9:50 am

        I'm loving it too! So many great ones! Thank you, Dianne 🙂

        Reply
    8. Kimmy Ripley

      October 26, 2017 at 8:45 am

      I challenge myself daily to make delicious and filling salads that are also nutritious and good for me. I love eating salad for lunch that is chock full of veggies. It is very satisfying. Sometime I also add fresh berries. I also like to make my own dressing.

      Reply
      • Melissa Huggins

        November 03, 2017 at 9:50 am

        I'm getting hungry just reading this! I love hearty salads as a meal too! Gives me a ton of energy 🙂

        Reply
    9. Tyneisha

      October 25, 2017 at 8:18 pm

      This recipe looks amazing! I could definitely enjoy a one pot or one skillet meal everyday. I've been wanting to try more Indian dishes so this would be perfect!

      Reply
      • Melissa Huggins

        November 03, 2017 at 9:49 am

        Hi Tyneisha, Love one-pot meals too! Makes life so easy. 🙂

        Reply
    10. Hannah

      October 25, 2017 at 5:31 pm

      I love IndiN food. This looks so good. Salad is definitely one of my everyday meals for lunch.

      Reply
      • Melissa Huggins

        November 03, 2017 at 9:46 am

        I love salad as an easy meal too 🙂

        Reply
    11. karen r

      October 25, 2017 at 5:22 pm

      I love Richa's blog and her book looks wonderful! An everyday meal for me is a quick soup or pasta dish.

      Reply
      • Melissa Huggins

        November 03, 2017 at 9:46 am

        Those are great for me too! Especially soup! Have a great weekend 🙂

        Reply
    12. manda

      October 25, 2017 at 1:44 pm

      Salad piled with veggies.

      Reply
      • Melissa Huggins

        November 03, 2017 at 9:45 am

        On point! I love a hearty salad! 🙂

        Reply
    13. Laura S

      October 25, 2017 at 10:28 am

      An everyday meal should be something that is quick and easy enough to make and that tastes exceptional for the time you put in! And I agree with you, if you get the sauce right, then you pretty much have a perfect meal! By the way, you have the cutest kitchen towels ever! I am jealous!!!! 🙂

      Reply
      • Melissa Huggins

        November 03, 2017 at 9:44 am

        Hi Laura, Yes, quick & easy is key! I bought the kitchen towel at World Market. They always have a great selection. 🙂

        Reply
    14. Catalina

      October 25, 2017 at 7:46 am

      I’d like a balance plan diet on every meal!! Great giveaway:)

      Reply
    15. Sabrina Luna

      October 24, 2017 at 4:06 pm

      Oh yum! This looks freakin' amazing! 🙂

      Reply
      • Melissa Huggins

        October 24, 2017 at 7:29 pm

        Thank you, Sabrina! It's just one of many that I'm enjoying from Richa's cookbook 🙂

        Reply
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