Matar Mushroom is a flavorful vegetarian dish from Indian cuisine that combines fresh green peas (matar) and sliced mushrooms cooked in a rich, aromatic gravy. The dish typically involves sautéing onions, tomatoes, and spices to create a savory base, where the mushrooms and peas are simmered until tender. The blend of spices like cumin, turmeric, red chili powder, and garam masala infuses the dish with a balance of flavors. Often garnished with fresh coriander leaves, Matar Mushroom is enjoyed as a main course and pairs well with rice, naan, or roti due to its satisfying taste and versatility.
Here’s a simple recipe:
Ingredients:
- 200 grams mushrooms, cleaned and sliced
- 1 cup green peas (fresh or frozen)
- 2-3 tablespoons oil or ghee
- 1 teaspoon cumin seeds
- 1 onion, finely chopped
- 2 tomatoes, finely chopped or pureed
- 1 green chili, finely chopped (adjust to taste)
- 1 tablespoon ginger-garlic paste
- 1 teaspoon turmeric powder
- 1 teaspoon red chili powder (adjust to taste)
- 1 teaspoon coriander powder
- 1/2 teaspoon garam masala
- Salt to taste
- Fresh coriander leaves for garnish
Instructions:
- Heat oil or ghee in a pan or skillet over medium heat. Add cumin seeds and let them splutter.
- Add chopped onions and sauté until they turn golden brown.
- Add ginger-garlic paste and green chili. Sauté for a minute until the raw aroma disappears.
- Put in the chopped tomatoes or tomato puree and cook until they become soft and the oil starts to separate from the masala.
- Add turmeric powder, red chili powder, coriander powder, garam masala, and salt. Mix well and cook the spices for a couple of minutes.
- Add the sliced mushrooms and green peas to the pan. Stir well to coat them with the spice mixture.
- Cover the pan and let the mushrooms and peas cook on low-medium heat. Stir occasionally to ensure they cook evenly. If needed, sprinkle a little water to help cook the vegetables.
- Check for doneness. The mushrooms should be tender, and the peas should be cooked but still have a bite to them.
- Once cooked, garnish with fresh coriander leaves.
- Serve Matar Mushroom hot with rice, naan, or roti.
This dish has a delightful combination of flavors from the mushrooms, peas, and spices. Adjust the spice levels according to your taste. Enjoy your homemade Matar Mushroom!
