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Matar Nimona is a delicious and comforting North Indian dish curry made with green peas, potatoes, and fragrant spices. It's a simple dish to make, but the combination of flavors is simply irresistible. If you like the recipe, here's a recipe for you to try and make your family happy.

Serves

4

Cooking Time

15

Meal Type

Main Course

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INGREDIENTS

  • Half cups fresh green peas
  • 3 medium potatoes, peeled and chopped
  • Half cup chopped onion
  • Half teaspoon chopped ginger
  • 1 teaspoon chopped garlic
  • 2 green chilies, chopped (optional)
  • 1 tablespoon mustard oil
  • Half teaspoon cumin seeds
  • Half teaspoon turmeric powder
  • One teaspoon coriander powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon red chili powder (or more to taste)
  • Half teaspoon garam masala
  • Salt to taste

PREPARATION

  1. 1

    Wash the green peas and set them aside.

  2. 2

    Peel and chop the potatoes into small cubes.

  3. 3

    Heat mustard oil in a pan over medium heat. Add cumin seeds and let them splutter.

  4. 4

    Add chopped onion, ginger, garlic, and green chilies (if using). Saute until the onion is translucent.

  5. 5

    Add turmeric powder, coriander powder, red chili powder, and garam masala. Stir fry for a few seconds until fragrant.

  6. 6

    Add the chopped potatoes and saute for 2-3 minutes.

  7. 7

    Add the green peas and 1 cup of water. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 15-20 minutes, or until the potatoes are tender.

  8. 8

    Mash the potatoes slightly with a back of a spoon to thicken the gravy.

  9. 9

    Add salt to taste and garnish with coriander leaves.

  10. 10

    Your recipe is ready, Serve with hot roti, rice, or paratha.