Matar Malai Methi Recipe
Green peas cooked with cashews & creamy sauce
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Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
Spices and Seasoning
Creamy Sauce
Method
Preparation
- 1
Prepare the Cashew Paste
Soak cashews in warm water for about 15-20 minutes. Drain and blend them with a little water to create a smooth paste.
- 2
Chop the Vegetables
Finely chop the onion, tomato, and green chili. Wash and chop the fenugreek leaves (methi).
Cooking
- 3
- 4
Add Tomato and Spices
Stir in the chopped tomato, ginger-garlic paste, turmeric powder, salt, and black pepper. Cook until the tomatoes become soft and the oil separates.
- 5
Add Green Peas and Cashew Paste
Add the green peas and the cashew paste. Mix well and cook for another 5 minutes.
- 6
Add Cream and Methi
Reduce the heat and stir in the heavy cream and chopped fenugreek leaves. Cook for an additional 5 minutes.
- 7
Finish with Garam Masala
Sprinkle garam masala on top, stir gently, and cook for 2 more minutes. Adjust seasoning if necessary.
