Apr 2, 2013

Methi Malai Matar / Methi Matar Malai

Methi Matar Malai is a rich , gravy side dish for hot parathas/rotis, truly tasty. A exotic combination of fresh fenugreek leaves and Peas blended with spices and cream. 

If you’re craving a comforting and creamy dish that brings together the goodness of fenugreek leaves and green peas, then Methi Matar Malai is the perfect choice for you.


Ingredients
Green Peas - 1 cup 
Methi Matar Malai
Methi Matar Malai
Fenugreek leaves (Methi) - 1 bunch
cleaned and chopped
2 tbsp Cream
1 tomato pureed
1/2 tsp jeera
1/2 tsp Chilly powder
1/2 tsp Garam masala
Milk - if needed for gravy
1 tbsp Butter
Salt - to taste

Others
1 Onion chopped
2 Green Chilies
few Cashew nuts/ Almonds 
1 tsp khus khus
1-2 tbsp Curds
1 tsp Ginger garlic paste
Cinnamon-little
Cloves - 3
Cardamom-1

Method

Grind all the items mentioned above under "Others" into fine paste. Clean and chop Methi leaves. Add butter in a pan, add the cumin seeds. Add the chilly powder, garam masala ,ground paste and the tomato puree and let it cook ,keep stirring. Add the green peas, methi leaves and malai (cream).Add milk if required, Cook till the gravy thickens .Serve Methi Matar Malai gravy hot with roti of your choice.

With its warm, aromatic spices, this dish is a favorite during the cooler months, offering a wonderful balance of flavors that make every bite an absolute delight. Whether you serve it with naan, roti, or steamed rice, Methi Matar Malai is sure to become a family favorite!


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