Green Peas Masala | Matar Masala Curry

“A creamy, spiced green peas curry with onion, tomato, and cashew – a restaurant-style favorite!”

This curry is made by blending three different pastes – ginger-garlic-green chili, onion-cashew, and tomato puree – which gives the dish a rich, layered flavor. Frozen peas make this recipe quick and easy without compromising taste.

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🛒 Ingredients

Main Ingredients

• Frozen green peas – 1 cup
• Onion – 1, finely chopped
• Salt – to taste
• Water – as required
• Crushed kasuri methi – 1 tbsp
• Oil – 4 to 5 tbsp

Whole Spices

• Clove – 1
• Cinnamon – 1 small stick
• Bay leaf – 1

Spice Powders

• Turmeric powder – ½ tsp
• Coriander powder – 1 tsp
• Cumin powder – 1 tsp
• Red chili powder – 1 tsp
• Garam masala – ½ tsp

For Grinding

1. Ginger-Garlic Paste

   • Garlic – 4 to 5 cloves
   • Ginger – 1 inch piece
   • Green chilies – 3 to 4

2. Onion-Cashew Paste

   • Onion – 2, roughly chopped
   • Cashew nuts – 4 to 5

3. Tomato Puree

   • Tomatoes – 2 to 3, blended smooth

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👩‍🍳 Instructions

1. Prepare Pastes

   • Grind ginger, garlic, and green chilies into a paste.
   • Grind onion and cashew nuts into a smooth paste.
   • Puree the tomatoes separately and set aside.

2. Saute Whole Spices

   • Heat 4–5 tbsp oil in a kadai.
   • Add clove, cinnamon, and bay leaf. Saute for a few seconds until aromatic.

3. Add Ginger-Garlic Paste

   • Add the ground ginger-garlic-green chili paste.
   • Saute until the raw smell disappears.

4. Cook Onions & Peas

   • Add finely chopped onion and saute until light golden.
   • Add frozen peas and saute for 1 minute.

5. Add Tomato Puree & Spices

   • Stir in the tomato puree.
   • Add turmeric, coriander powder, cumin powder, red chili powder, garam masala, and salt.
   • Mix well. Cover and cook on medium-low for 5 minutes until peas soften.
     (Stir occasionally to avoid burning.)

6. Add Cashew Paste

   • Mix in the onion-cashew paste.
   • Add water as needed to adjust consistency.
   • Cover and cook for 5–7 minutes, stirring in between.
   • Taste and adjust salt if required.

7. Finish with Kasuri Methi

   • Add crushed kasuri methi. Mix well.
   • Switch off the flame and cover immediately to lock in flavor.

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🌟 Tips

• Always saute ginger-garlic paste well to remove raw flavor.
• Adjust water for desired gravy consistency – thick for naan, slightly runny for rice.
• Crushing kasuri methi between your palms before adding enhances its aroma.

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🍽️ Serving Suggestions

• With jeera rice or plain steamed basmati rice
• With roti, chapati, phulka, or naan
• A perfect curry for lunch or dinner gatherings

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🥦 Nutritional Benefits

• Green peas – rich in plant-based protein, fiber, and vitamins.
• Cashew nuts – add healthy fats and creaminess.
• Spices – turmeric, coriander, and cumin aid digestion and add antioxidants.

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🌟 “Green peas in a royal, creamy curry – simple to make, yet rich enough for any feast!” 🌟

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