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Gajar Matar

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Time25 Min
DifficultyEasy
Serves1

If a simple, comforting meal is what you desire, then this Gajar Matar dish would be an ideal choice. One of the staple dishes in Indian households, the real beauty of this dish lies in its simplicity. As the ingredients required to make this dish are only a handful, you won’t have to particularly go grocery shopping to make it. The subtle sweetness of the carrots is beautifully balanced by the ... chillies, ginger and a dash of spices. A sprinkle of Chilli Powder, Chaat Masala, Salt, Amchoor Powder, Coriander Powder, Cumin Powder, Garam Masala Powder really add to the overall flavour of the dish, making it a delectable delight. The preparation time for this dish is about 25 minutes which includes boiling carrots and peas and is a fairly easy recipe to follow and the cooking process isn’t complicated either. Now, if you boil the carrots and peas beforehand it would reduce the cooking time. A great recipe for beginners, you can make Gajar Matar even if you aren’t well-versed in cooking. Simply follow the Gajar Matar video tutorial or if you prefer written instructions, you can read them instead. While this dish made with just a few ingredients is usually had with freshly made Rotis, Parathas and steaming hot rice it can also make for a perfect side dish. Don’t forget to garnish this dish with freshly chopped Coriander leaves to add a refreshing touch to it Also, you can add salt as per your requirement.

Nutrition Info. (per serving)

ProteinFatCarbsFibre113 Cal113 Cal113 Cal113 Cal
  • 3gProtein
  • 7gFat
  • 11gCarbs
  • 6gFibre

Ingredients

Fruits & Vegetables

Carrot-regular

Carrot-regular

2 units

Peeled Green Peas

Peeled Green Peas

0.5 cups

Onion

Onion

1 small piece

Ginger

Ginger

1 small piece

Tomato

Tomato

1 small piece

Dry Grocery

Refined Oil

Refined Oil

1 teaspoon

Amchur Powder

Amchur Powder

1 pinch

Coriander Powder

Coriander Powder

1 pinch

Chat Masala

Chat Masala

1 pinch

Garam Masala

Garam Masala

1 pinch

Salt

Salt

0.5 teaspoons

Cumin

Cumin

1 pinch

Turmeric Powder

Turmeric Powder

0.5 teaspoons

Red Chilli Powder

Red Chilli Powder

1 pinch

Other

Garlic

Garlic

1 piece

Green Chillies

Green Chillies

0.5 unit

Jeera Powder

Jeera Powder

1 pinch

Coriander Leaves

Coriander Leaves

4 leafs

Directions
1
Boil diamond shape Carrot with Salt and Turmeric.
2
Boil fresh Green Peas with Salt.
3
Add Oil and Jeera in a pan and allow it to crackle.
4
Add chopped Ginger, Garlic and Green Chilli and saute.
5
Add chopped Onion and fry it till golden brown.
6
Add Turmeric Powder, Chilli Powder, Chaat Masala, Salt, Amchoor Powder, Coriander Powder, Cumin Powder, Garam Masala Powder.
7
Add chopped ripe Tomatoes, saute it till gets mushy.
8
Add boiled Carrot and Green Peas and cook it for sometime.
9
Serve it in a bowl and garnish with chopped Coriander Leaves.
Health Benefits of Gajar Matar
Carrots and peas are packed with antioxidants, and vitamins that are good for your overall health. Antioxidants play an integral role in boosting your immune system. They are also rich in fiber which not only keeps you satiated for a long time, helps in the process of digestion and can also aid weight management. If you are trying to lose weight, adding this dish to your diet will help you in your fitness journey. It’s no secret that carrots are good for the eyes. They are rich in lutein and lycopene which help maintain a good eyesight and can also improve your vision at night. Quick tip: If you are trying to manage your weight, you can pair this dish with brown rice instead of regular rice as brown rice has a low glycemic index and also helps lower cholesterol in the body. Gajar matar benefits your overall health. Add it to your diet today for a healthier tomorrow.

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