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Green Peas Curry

Cultural Context

Originating from Sri Lanka, Green Peas Curry is a vibrant dish that showcases the island's love for fresh vegetables and aromatic spices. Traditionally served with rice or flatbreads, it embodies the essence of Sri Lankan home cooking, where simple ingredients are transformed into flavorful meals. Today, this curry has found fans beyond its borders, often appearing in Indian cuisine and various vegetarian menus worldwide, celebrated for its rich taste and comforting nature.

Sri LankanLKmain
45 min
easy
4 servings
Servings4
3 garlic cloves
1 inch ginger
100g carrot
1 cup boiled green peas
few cashew nuts
2 tbsp oil
2 cardamoms
3 cinnamon sticks
2 cloves
1 onion
2 green chili
curry leaves
30g tomato
salt to taste
1/4 tsp turmeric powder
1 tsp cumin seeds
1 tsp curry powder
1 tsp chili powder
1/2 tsp crushed black pepper
1 ½ cup coconut milk

coconut milk

🥗Healthier: light coconut milk

💰Cheaper: cream

Light coconut milk reduces calories while maintaining creaminess.

green peas

🥗Healthier: edamame

💰Cheaper: frozen peas

Frozen peas are often more affordable and readily available.

mustard seeds

🥗Healthier: cumin seeds

💰Cheaper: black sesame seeds

Cumin seeds offer a similar flavor profile.

fresh cilantro

🥗Healthier: parsley

💰Cheaper: dried cilantro

Parsley is a common substitute that adds freshness.

1

Heat oil in a large pan over medium heat.

2

Add cardamoms, cinnamon sticks, and cloves; sauté briefly.

3

Stir in chopped onion, garlic, and ginger; sauté until onions are translucent.

4

Add chopped tomato and grated carrot; cook until softened.

5

Mix in turmeric powder, cumin seeds, curry powder, chili powder, and crushed black pepper; cook for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.

6

Add boiled green peas and stir to coat with spices.

7

Pour in coconut milk and add curry leaves; bring to a simmer.

8

Reduce heat and cook until flavors meld, about 10-15 minutes.

9

Season with salt to taste before serving.

Cooking Techniques

sautéingsimmering

Equipment Needed

large panspatulaknifecutting board

Spice Level:

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Dietary

vegetarianvegan

Also Known As

Matar CurryGreen Peas Masala

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