Methi Matar Malai
Methi and matar are a super-hit combination as their flavours complement each other well. Add to this a fragrant masala paste, an even more zestful.
Course
Side Dish
Cuisine
North Indian
Servings
Prep Time
4
people
15
minutes
Cook Time
25
minutes
Servings
Prep Time
4
people
15
minutes
Cook Time
25
minutes
Ingredients
2
cups
chopped fresh fenugreek leaves
1
cup
boiled green peas
1
cup
fresh cream
2
tbsp
ghee/oil
1/4-1/2
cup
Water
sugar to taste
optional
salt to taste
Ingredients for the paste
1
medium
size onion
chopped
1
tsp
Jeera/cumin seeds
3-4
cloves
garlic
chopped
1
Ginger
chopped
1-2
Green chilies
chopped
1/4
cup
cashewnuts
chopped
To Garnish
coriander leaves
chopped
1/2
cup
green peas
optional
Instructions
Add all the ingredients for the paste in a blender and grind without adding water.
Keep aside.
Heat ghee/oil in a pan.
Add the ground paste and fry the paste for 6-7 minutes till it starts giving a fragrant aroma.
Keep on stirring in between to avoid the paste from sticking to the pan. Add a little water if it sticks to the pan.
Add chopped fenugreek leaves and ΒΌ cup water or more.
Mix well and simmer for 10 minutes.
Add the boiled peas and cream.
Simmer for 5-6 minutes on a low flame.
Add the sugar and salt and mix well.
Garnish and serve hot with indian breads.