Green Peas Curry/Dhaba Style Matar Masala/ Best Matar Masala Recipe/by bangash food recipes

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Matar Masala is a North Indian-style curry made with green peas (matar) simmered in a rich, spiced onion-tomato gravy. It's flavorful, comforting, and typically served with roti, naan, or rice. Here's a simple recipe to make it:
🌿 Matar Masala Recipe
Ingredients:

1.5 cups green peas (fresh or frozen)

2 tablespoons oil or ghee

1 teaspoon cumin seeds

1 large onion, finely chopped

1 tablespoon ginger-garlic paste

2 large tomatoes, pureed or finely chopped

2 green chilies, slit (optional)

1/2 teaspoon turmeric powder

1 teaspoon coriander powder

1/2 teaspoon cumin powder

1 teaspoon red chili powder (adjust to taste)

1 teaspoon garam masala

Salt to taste

Fresh coriander leaves for garnish

1/2 cup water (adjust as needed)

Optional: 1 tablespoon cream or cashew paste for richness

Instructions:

Heat oil/ghee in a pan. Add cumin seeds and let them splutter.

Sauté onions until golden brown.

Add ginger-garlic paste and sauté until the raw smell disappears.

Add tomato puree and cook until the oil separates.

Add all dry spices: turmeric, coriander, cumin, chili powder, and salt. Cook for 1–2 minutes.

Add green peas and stir to coat them in the masala.

Add about 1/2 cup water, cover, and simmer for 8–10 minutes, or until the peas are tender.

Stir in garam masala and optional cream or cashew paste for extra richness.

Garnish with fresh coriander leaves.

🍽️ Serving Suggestions:

Serve with chapati, paratha, naan, or jeera rice.

Add a dollop of yogurt or serve with raita for a cooling side.

Let me know if you’d like a vegan version, a restaurant-style variation, or want to add paneer or potatoes!