White Peas curry | Safed Vatana Usal | Matar ke Chole
This white peas curry is a comforting and flavorful dish that brings back memories of home-cooked meals. The combination of aromatic spices and tender white peas creates a hearty dish perfect for pairing with rice or roti. It's a simple yet satisfying recipe that can be prepared with basic pantry...
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
white peas1/2cup
onion1
tomato1
garlic5clove
Few of coriander leavessprigs
For Tempering and Masalas
mustard seeds1tsp
turmeric powder1tsp
kashmiri red chilli powder2tsp
coriander powder1tsp
red chilli powder1tsp
cumin powder1tsp
asafoetida1pinch
kitchen king masala or pav bhaji masala1tsp
water2tbsp- water4cups
salt1dash
Nutrition (per serving)
Calories
50.9kcal (2.54%)
Protein
2.5g (5.1%)
Carbs
8.9g (3.24%)
Sugars
0.8g (1.56%)
Healthy Fat
0.4g
Unhealthy Fat
0.1g
% Daily Value based on a 2000 calorie diet
How to make White Peas curry | Safed Vatana Usal | Matar ke Chole
Preparation
- Step 1
Soak the white peas overnight in water.
- Step 2
Finely chop the onion, tomato, garlic pods, and coriander leaves.
Cooking
- Step 1
Heat oil in a pressure cooker and temper mustard seeds, curry leaves, and chopped garlic pods.
- Step 2
Add finely chopped onion and sauté for a minute.
- Step 3
Add the chopped tomato and some coriander leaves. Mix well and cook until the tomato softens.
- Step 4
Add turmeric powder, kashmiri red chilli powder, coriander powder, red chilli powder, cumin powder, asafoetida, kitchen king masala or pav bhaji masala, and salt. Mix well.
- Step 5
Add 2 tablespoons of water to prevent the masalas from burning. Cook until the oil separates.
- Step 6
Add the soaked white peas and some coriander leaves. Mix well.
- Step 7
Pour in 4 cups of water or adjust according to your desired thickness.
- Step 8
Pressure cook for 5-6 whistles on medium flame.
- Step 9
Let the pressure release naturally before opening the cooker. You can Add water and boil for 5 min if required.
Serving
- Step 1
Garnish with fresh coriander leaves and serve hot with rice or roti.
Nutrition (per serving)
Nutrition (per serving)
Calories
50.9kcal (2.54%)
Protein
2.5g (5.1%)
Carbs
8.9g (3.24%)
Sugars
0.8g (1.56%)
Healthy Fat
0.4g
Unhealthy Fat
0.1g
% Daily Value based on a 2000 calorie diet
Tips & Tricks
Soaking the white peas overnight ensures they cook evenly and become tender. See to it that peas are soaked for atleast 8 hours in sufficient water.
Adjust the water quantity based on how thick or thin you prefer the curry.
For an extra layer of flavor, you can add a small piece of ginger while tempering.
FAQS
Can I use canned white peas instead of dried ones?
Yes, you can use canned white peas. However, reduce the cooking time as they are already cooked.
What can I use as a substitute for kitchen king masala?
You can use garam masala or pav bhaji masala as a substitute for kitchen king masala.
Can I make this curry without a pressure cooker?
Yes, you can cook it in a regular pot, but it will take longer for the white peas to become tender.
Is this curry spicy?
The curry has a moderate level of spice. You can adjust the amount of red chilli powder to suit your taste.
Can I freeze the leftover curry?
Yes, you can freeze the curry in an airtight container for up to a month. Reheat it thoroughly before serving.
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