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Rainy-Day Sketch Matar Palya
🇮🇳 Indian Vegetarian

Rainy-Day Sketch Matar Palya

🇮🇳 Indian

A vegetarian Indian dish in the spirit of Dhanbad cooking — Rainy-Day Sketch Matar Palya brings a rainy-day touch with a classic palya finish. About 37 minutes from fridge to table.

Prep 12 min Cook 25 min Serves 3 Easy

Ingredients

  • Garam Masala1/2 tsp
  • Onion1, finely chopped
  • Cumin Seeds1 tsp
  • Coriander Powder1 tsp
  • Vegetable Oil2 tbsp
  • Green Peas250 g, chopped
  • Red Chili Powder1 tsp

Optional extras

  • Lemon1/2

Instructions

  1. 1

    Rinse and prep the main ingredient; pat dry.

  2. 2

    Bloom whole spices in hot oil until aromatic.

  3. 3

    Build the masala base with onion, tomato, and paste.

  4. 4

    Fold in the main ingredient and coat evenly.

  5. 5

    Add liquid (water, stock, or yogurt) and simmer gently.

  6. 6

    Taste; balance heat, salt, and tang.

Chef's tip

Taste and adjust salt just before serving.

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