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Gajar Matar Recipe

Gajar Matar
How to make Gajar Matar

Gajar Matar: The classic carrot-pea dish tossed in mild spices is full of flavor and colour.

  • Total Cook Time 45 mins
  • Prep Time 15 mins
  • Cook Time 30 mins
  • Recipe Servings4
  • Easy

Ingredients of Gajar Matar

  • 2 cups peas-shelled
  • 1/2 carrots-cubed to match the peas
  • 2 Tbsp ghee or olive oil
  • 1/4 Tbsp asafoetida
  • 1/2 Tbsp fenugreek seeds-roasted and coarsely pounded
  • 1 Tbsp fennel seeds-roasted and coarsely pounded
  • 1/2 Tbsp chilli powder
  • 1/4 Tbsp garam masala
  • Salt to taste
  • 1 Tbsp lemon juice
  • 2 Tbsp chopped coriander leaves

How to Make Gajar Matar

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1.
Heat the ghee/ olive oil in a heavy-based pan.
2.
Add the asafoetida and ground spices.
3.
When the spices darken a bit, add the vegetables and stir till they look a little glossy.
4.
Add chilli powder, garam masala and salt. Mix well.
5.
Lower heat and cook uncovered till tender.
6.
Mix in the lemon juice and serve garnished with chopped coriander leaves.
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