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Gobhi Matar

Serves 4
30 mins
150 Kcal
Gobhi Matar is the ultimate comfort food, the kind of dish that wraps you in warmth with every bite. Imagine tender cauliflower florets mingling with sweet, juicy green peas in a rich, flavorful gravy that's just the right balance of spices. The gobhi florets hold the spices really well, and they'll add a mild earthiness to your dish. The peas will add a fresh pop of sweetness. What makes this recipe of Gobhi Matar so irresistible is the way the spices come together: the earthy warmth of turmeric, the gentle heat of red chili, and the depth of garam masala all dance around the cauliflower and peas, infusing them with layers of flavor. The gobhi matar recipe is comforting yet vibrant, with just the right amount of tang and warmth. It's the kind of dish that feels like home, perfect for a cozy dinner with family or a lazy weekend meal. Served with a side of soft roti or fluffy rice, Gobhi Matar is the perfect balance of richness and freshness, a true celebration of simple, wholesome ingredients.

Ingredients required for Gobhi Matar

  1. 500 gms cauliflower
  2. 1 cup green peas
  3. 2 medium tomato
  4. 1 large onion
  5. 1 tsp cumin seeds
  6. 2 tbsp fresh coriander leaves
  7. Salt
  8. 1/2 tsp garam masala powder
  9. 1 tsp ginger garlic paste
  10. 1 tsp red chili powder
  11. 1/2 tsp turmeric powder
  12. 2 tbsp oil
  13. 1 tsp coriander powder

Cooking steps for Gobhi Matar

  1. 1
    Looking to jazz up your veggie game? This gobhi matar recipe is here to slay your mealtime! It's cozy, it's wholesome, and it's giving major comfort-food vibes. Let's dive right in!
  2. 2
    Wash and cut 500 grams of cauliflower into medium-sized florets.
  3. 3
    Boil them in water with a pinch of salt for 5 minutes, then drain them like the drama queen they are and set aside.
  4. 4
    Heat 2 tablespoons of oil in a pan over medium heat. Toss in 1 teaspoon of cumin seeds and wait for them to crackle like they're at a popcorn party.
  5. 5
    Add 1 finely chopped onion and saut it until it gets that perfect golden tan.
  6. 6
    Stir in 1 teaspoon of ginger-garlic paste and let it do its aromatic magic for another minute.
  7. 7
    Next up, add 2 chopped tomatoes and cook them until they go all soft and mushy—basically a flavor-packed tomato mush.
  8. 8
    Time to spice it up! Add 1/2 teaspoon of turmeric powder, 1 teaspoon of red chili powder, 1 teaspoon of coriander powder, and 1/2 teaspoon of garam masala.
  9. 9
    Stir this dreamy mix for 2-3 minutes until your kitchen smells like a slice of heaven.
  10. 10
    Slide in 1 cup of green peas and your boiled cauliflower florets, giving everything a solid mix so the veggies soak up all the spice goodness.
  11. 11
    Add 1/2 cup of water and salt to taste, then cover the pan and let it cook for 10-12 minutes. The veggies should be tender, and the gravy should be thick enough to coat them in a warm, spicy hug.
  12. 12
    Finally, sprinkle some chopped coriander leaves for that fresh pop of green.
  13. 13
    Serve this gobhi matar masterpiece hot with roti or rice, and watch everyone at the table fall head over heels for your culinary skills. Boom—you're officially the gobhi matar queen (or king)!

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