Heat the oil in a pressure cooker on medium heat. OR Turn the instant pot on saute mode and add oil.

Once hot add cumin seeds and let them sizzle.

Then add chopped onions and sprinkle a little salt. Stir and cook till onions get soft and light brown.

Then add ginger paste, garlic paste, and green chilies.

Stir and cook for a minute or till the raw smell of ginger garlic goes away.

Now add fresh tomato puree.

Mix and simmer till it thickens slightly.

Then add remaining salt, besan and spice powders (turmeric powder, red chili powder, coriander powder, cumin powder).

Stir and cook for a minute.

Then add cubed potatoes and peas. Add water and mix.

Add garam masala and crushed kasoori methi.

Mix well, add cilantro and serve.