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Matar Mushroom Curry


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  • Author: jurgentukur
  • Total Time: 35
  • Yield: 4 servings
  • Diet: Vegan

Description

A quick and easy vegan curry combining earthy mushrooms and sweet green peas, perfect for a healthy meal without onions or garlic.


Ingredients

  • 500 g Mushrooms (fresh or gently rinsed)
  • 6 medium Tomatoes (fresh preferred)
  • 2.5 cups Green Peas (fresh or frozen)
  • 3 Green Chillies (adjust based on spice tolerance)
  • 1 inch Ginger (fresh recommended)
  • 10 Cashew Nuts (soaked for creaminess)
  • 0.5 tsp Turmeric Powder
  • 0.5 tsp Mango Powder
  • 1 tsp Red Chilli Powder (adjust to taste)
  • Salt (to taste)
  • 0.33 tsp Cardamom Powder
  • 1.5 tsp Coriander Powder
  • 0.25 tsp Garam Masala Powder
  • 4 tbsp Cooking Oil
  • 0.75 tsp Cumin
  • 2 Bay Leaves
  • 4 tbsp Fresh Coriander (chopped)


Instructions

  1. Heat cooking oil in a pan over medium heat.
  2. Add cumin and bay leaves, letting them sizzle for a few seconds.
  3. Add finely chopped ginger and green chillies, sauté for a minute until fragrant.
  4. Add chopped tomatoes and cook until soft and mushy.
  5. Stir in turmeric, mango powder, red chilli powder, cardamom powder, and coriander powder; cook for about 2 minutes.
  6. Add the mushrooms and green peas. Mix well to coat them with the spices.
  7. Pour in water if needed, cover the pan, and let it simmer until mushrooms are cooked and tender (about 10 minutes).
  8. Stir in garam masala powder and soaked cashews, cooking for another 2-3 minutes.
  9. Garnish with chopped fresh coriander before serving.

Notes

Use fresh mushrooms for the best flavor. You can blend the soaked cashews into a paste for a richer sauce. Adjust spices to your preference.

  • Prep Time: 15
  • Cook Time: 20
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: Indian