Peas Masala

My mother use to make this peas masala almost on every alternate weekends. To go with it mom makes ghee rice and pooris for brunch.Even as I am writing this post I m drooling…hmmmmm..However today I made this for dinner. So I made chapathi to go with it. It was delicious.

Ingredients:

Peas-2 cups

Onion-3 medium, chopped

Tomatoes-3 medium, chopped

Bay Leaves-1

Ginger & Garlic paste-1 tsp

Turmeric powder-1/2 tsp

Chili powder-2tsp

Coriander powder-1tsp

Oil-2 tbsp

Coriander leaves- to garnish

Salt-as needed

To Grind:

Coconut-1/2 cup

Cloves-3

Cinnamon-1 inch piece

Cardamom-1

Fennel Seeds-1 tsp

Cashews-5

Grind them to a smooth paste with little water.

How it Happened:

1. Wash and soak the peas overnight. Pressure cook them.

2. Heat oil in a pan, add bay leaves, then add onions and fry until transparent.

3. Add G&G paste and cook until raw smell goes off.

4. Add tomatoes and cook until mushy.

5. Add chili powder, turmeric powder and salt and cook until raw smell goes off.

6. Add the cooked peas, some water and cook covered in simmer for 7-10 minutes.

7. Add the coconut paste, mix well and cook for another 3-4 minutes.

8. Switch off the flame, garnish with coriander leaves and serve.

Notes:

*Fresh green peas can be used instead of dried one.

*Take care not to overcook the peas, else it will be mushy.