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Matar Masala
Serves 4
45 mins
180 Kcal
A North Indian classic dish, Matar Masala is full of flavour and serving texture, which makes it a popular choice for various meals. It's a hearty vegetarian curry with tender green peas in onion and tomato spiced gravy cooked in rich spices. For many, it is a beautiful marriage of sweetness from the peas with the warm, aromatic masala flavours of comfort food. This particular Matar Masala's beauty primarily remains in its classic balance provided by cumin, coriander, turmeric, and garam masala, among other spices. The dish is made by saut ing onions, ginger, garlic, and green chillies, which form the base as gravy. On top of this, fresh tomatoes are added to give it the tanginess of a curry, and the spices are then slowly introduced to create a beautiful, all-around flavour in the sauce. Add green peas and simmer to get soft, well-coated masala with the spiced sauce. The dish is typically finished with a sprinkle of garam masala and fresh cilantro to add extra aroma and flavour. This recipe goes well with any side dish. The best rice actually can accompany a complete meal when dished together with the food items mentioned above because it has such a mild heat, as well as such a rich taste, that the non-full-blooded members of the family will relish it as most persons who relish family dinners on certain festive days. Matar Masala is one of those dishes that needs to be tried, whether one is experiencing the novelty of Indian food for the first time or cooking for years.
Ingredients required for Matar Masala
- 200 gms green peas
- 1 tsp ginger-garlic paste
- 2 medium tomato
- 2 tbsp oil
- Coriander leaves
- 1 tsp red chilli powder
- 1 medium onion
- 1 tsp cumin seeds
- 1 tsp coriander powder
- 1/2 tsp garam masala
- 1/2 tsp turmeric powder
- Salt
Cooking steps for Matar Masala
- 1Let's explore the matar masala recipe together.
- 2Start by soaking 200 grams of green peas in water for 30 minutes.
- 3Heat 2 tablespoons of oil in a pan over medium heat.
- 4Toss in 1 teaspoon of cumin seeds and let them crackle to build warm, earthy vibes.
- 5Next, add one finely chopped onion and saut until golden brown, about 5–7 minutes.
- 6This caramelization creates a sweet, rich base for the curry.
- 7Stir in 1 teaspoon of ginger-garlic paste and cook for 2 minutes, stirring to prevent sticking.
- 8The ginger and garlic add a zesty kick that sets the stage for the spices to shine.
- 9Add two finely chopped tomatoes to the pan and cook them down for 5–6 minutes until soft and mushy.
- 10This gives the curry its iconic tangy depth.
- 11Time to spice it up!
- 12Sprinkle in 1/2 teaspoon turmeric powder, 1 teaspoon red chili powder, 1 teaspoon coriander powder, and 1/2 teaspoon garam masala.
- 13Stir everything together and cook for 2–3 minutes to let the spices bloom.
- 14Add the soaked green peas to the pan and toss them well to coat in the spiced tomato mixture.
- 15Let them cook for 5 minutes, soaking in all that flavor.
- 16Pour in 1 cup of water, add salt to taste, and bring the curry to a boil.
- 17Reduce the heat and let it simmer for 10–15 minutes, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking.
- 18This slow simmer thickens the gravy and melds the flavors together beautifully.
- 19When the peas are tender and the gravy is rich and fragrant, you're almost there.
- 20Top it with fresh coriander leaves for a delightful finish.
- 21Serve this matar masala recipe hot with naan, roti, or rice for a comforting and flavorful meal.