
Green Peas Kadhai
A homestyle Indian karahi dish: Green Peas seared with aromatics, bloomed spices, and a covered simmer until the masala thickens and clings. Finished with coriander and a squeeze of lemon.
Ingredients
- Garam Masala1 tsp
- Tomato Puree2 tbsp
- Kasuri Methi1 tbsp
- Saltto taste
- Garlic4 cloves, minced
- Ghee2 tbsp
- Green Peas300 g
- Bell Pepper1, sliced
- Spring Onions3, cut into batons
Optional extras
- Fresh Cilantrohandful, to finish
Instructions
- 1
Set a heavy kadhai over medium-high heat and add the oil; when it shimmers and a cumin seed sizzles on contact, it's ready.
- 2
Tip in the Green Peas and sear, turning occasionally, until deeply golden at the edges.
- 3
Add Ghee and Garlic and let them soften into the oil, scraping the pan, for four to five minutes.
- 4
Season with the spices and salt, tossing so every piece is coated and the spices fry until fragrant — thirty seconds, no more.
- 5
Lower the heat, cover, and let everything steam-fry until the Green Peas is cooked through, stirring twice.
- 6
Finish with a squeeze of lemon and fresh coriander, and serve hot from the kadhai.
Chef's tip
Taste and adjust the salt at the end; sauces concentrate as they reduce.
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