Peas And Cottage Cheese Curry (bhojpuri Matar Paneer)

This Peas and Cottage Cheese Curry, also known as Bhojpuri Matar Paneer, is a classic dish from the Bhojpuri Cuisine. It's a delicious and creamy curry made with peas and cottage cheese, flavored with aromatic spices.

Vegetarian Gluten Free Main Course Bhojpuri Peas Cottage Cheese Curry Bhojpuri Cuisine
Peas And Cottage Cheese Curry (bhojpuri Matar Paneer)

Ingredients

  • 1 cup peas
  • 200g cottage cheese (paneer), cubed
  • 2 onions, finely chopped
  • 2 tomatoes, pureed
  • 1 tsp ginger-garlic paste
  • 1 tsp cumin seeds
  • 1 tsp turmeric powder
  • 1 tsp red chili powder
  • 1 tsp garam masala
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream
  • 2 tbsp oil
  • Fresh coriander leaves for garnish

Instructions

  1. Heat oil in a pan and add cumin seeds. Once they splutter, add chopped onions and sauté until golden brown.
  2. Add ginger-garlic paste and sauté for a minute. Then, add tomato puree and cook until the oil separates.
  3. Now add turmeric, red chili powder, and garam masala. Cook for a few minutes.
  4. Add peas and cottage cheese, and mix well. Cook for 5 minutes.
  5. Pour in the heavy cream and simmer for another 5 minutes.
  6. Garnish with fresh coriander leaves and serve hot with naan or rice.

Cooking & Preparation

Preparation time:
15 minutes
Cooking time:
25 minutes
Total time:
40 minutes
Cooking method
Stovetop

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

Calories
250 per serving
Carbohydrates
15g
Protein
12g
Fat
16g

Supplies

Large pan Chopping board Knife Measuring spoons Serving bowls

Tools

Stovetop

Serving suggestions

Serving suggestions: Serve with naan or steamed rice.

Tips & tricks

Tips: Adjust the spice levels according to your preference. You can also add a dollop of butter for extra richness.

Cost

$10