Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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2
servings
2 tbsp

Sunflower Oil

1 cup

Green Peas (Matar)

2 sprig

Curry Leaves

1 pinch

Salt

to taste

10 piece

Baby Corn

chopped

1 tsp

Cumin Seeds (Jeera)

roasted and crushed

2 unit

Green Chilies

slit

1 tsp

Mustard Seeds

0.5 tsp

Garam Masala Powder

1 unit

Onion

finely chopped

0.25 tsp

Turmeric Powder (Haldi)

1 inch

Ginger

finely chopped

2 sprig

Coriander (Dhania) Leaves

finely chopped

0.5 tsp

Red Chilli Powder

1 pinch

Asafoetida (hing)

Step 1
~4 min

Pressure cook the baby corn with salt and turmeric powder for about 2 whistles.

Step 2
~4 min

Release the pressure naturally and strain the water.

Step 3
~4 min

Heat oil in a heavy bottomed pan.

Step 4
~4 min

Add the mustard seeds and asafoetida (hing), and let the mustard seeds crackle.

Step 5
~4 min

Add in the curry leaves and saute for about 20 seconds.

Step 6
~4 min

Add the onions, ginger, and green chilies, and saute until the onions are golden brown.

Step 7
~4 min

Add the baby corn and peas along with salt, turmeric powder, red chili powder, crushed cumin seeds, and garam masala powder.

Step 8
~4 min

Stir fry until the raw smell goes away, about 3-4 minutes.

Step 9
~4 min

Add in the chopped coriander leaves and stir to combine.

Step 10
~4 min

Serve hot.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Adjust the amount of red chili powder according to your spice preference.

For a richer flavor, add a spoonful of coconut milk at the end.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

15 mins

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Can be made a day ahead and reheated.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Low
Smell Intensity
Medium
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve as a side dish with rice or roti.

Pairs well with dal and yogurt.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Dal
Roti
Rice
Yogurt

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

South India

Cultural Significance

Commonly prepared as a side dish in South Indian households.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Occasion Tags

Popularity Score

65/100

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