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Matar Ki Sabzi - Green Peas Curry

Matar Ki Sabzi - Green Peas Curry

Matar ki Sabzi (Green Peas Curry) — savor sweet, in-season peas with this quick and simple sabzi that comes together in under 15 minutes! With a subtle spice contrasting the sweet peas, pair this with Rajasthani Bajre Ka Khichda or fresh roti for the perfect side!

Course Dinner, Lunch, Main Course
Cuisine Indian
Keyword curry
Custom Category Curries, Dinner, Indian Main Course, Lunch, Main Course
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings 4
Calories 169 kcal
Author Nidhi Bothra

Ingredients

  • 2 cups peas , fresh or frozen
  • 2 tbsp oil
  • 1 tsp cumin seeds
  • 1/4 cup fresh tomato puree
  • 1 tsp ginger garlic green chili paste
  • 1 1/2 tsp red chili powder
  • 2 tbsp coriander powder
  • 1/2 tsp turmeric powder
  • 1/4 cup milk
  • 3 tbsp paneer , grated or chena (cottage cheese)
  • 1 tsp lemon juice
  • 1/2 tsp garam masala
  • salt , to taste
  • 2 tbsp cilantro , finely chopped

Instructions

  1. Heat oil in a pan on medium heat. Add in your cumin seeds and let crackle for a few seconds. Then, add in your garlic-ginger-chili paste, tomato purée, turmeric powder, coriander powder, and red chili powder. Sauté for 2 minutes until the oil starts to release.
  2. Add in your milk and mix gently. Once the milk comes to a boil, add in your peas and paneer. If you are using fresh peas, add in 2 tbsp of water and cook covered for 2 minutes.
  3. Mix gently and add in lemon juice, garam masala, and salt. Let sauté for 2-3 minutes.
  4. Fold in cilantro and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Matar Ki Sabzi - Green Peas Curry
Amount Per Serving
Calories 169 Calories from Fat 99
% Daily Value*
Fat 11g17%
Saturated Fat 2g13%
Trans Fat 0.04g
Polyunsaturated Fat 2g
Monounsaturated Fat 5g
Cholesterol 9mg3%
Sodium 29mg1%
Potassium 274mg8%
Carbohydrates 13g4%
Fiber 5g21%
Sugar 5g6%
Protein 6g12%
Vitamin A 870IU17%
Vitamin C 35mg42%
Calcium 109mg11%
Iron 2mg11%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.