Methi Malai Matar

Methi Malai Matar: This is a popular dish from North India. It's essential flavors are a combination of sweetness, spiciness and creaminess. It's prepared by simmering fenugreek leaves and peas in a rich cream sauce. Typically served with Roti/Naan.


Ingredients:

- 1 bundle of methi (fenugreek leaves that you can get in any ethnic Indian store)
- 1/2 cup green peas (frozen)
- 1 cup of half&half milk or fresh cream
- 1 small onion
- 3 to 4 green chilies
- 1 clove of garlic
- 1 tbsp of cashews
- 1 tbsp of oil
- 1/2 tsp of turmeric powder
- 1/2 tsp of sugar
- salt


Preparation:

- Wash the methi leaves thoroughly. Add a pinch of salt and set aside for about 5 minutes.
- Thaw the green peas using warm water or by putting them in a microwave for 15-20 seconds.
- Mix the chopped onion, green chilies, garlic and cashews in a grinder and grind them to a fine paste.
- Squeeze water from the methi/fenugreek leaves and set them aside in a dish.
- Heat oil in a pan. Add the paste and saute on medium heat till the paste turns slightly brownish.
- Put in the methi leaves and add salt. Cook the leaves till they are tender.
- Add the half&half milk or cream.
- Add the peas.
- Add some sugar and let the mixture simmer on low heat till the gravy acquires a thick consistency.
- Remove in a serving bowl and serve hot with Rotis/Naan. This preparation serves 2.