Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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4
servings
10 unit

Baby corn

chopped

1 cup

Green peas

1 unit

Onion

finely chopped

2 unit

Green Chillies

slit

1 inch

Ginger

finely chopped

1 tsp

Mustard seeds

1 pinch

Asafoetida (hing)

0.25 tsp

Turmeric powder

1 tsp

Cumin seeds

roasted and crushed

0.5 tsp

Red Chilli powder

0.5 tsp

Garam masala powder

1 tsp

Salt

1 tbsp

Sunflower Oil

2 sprig

Curry leaves

1 sprig

Coriander Leaves

finely chopped

Step 1
~5 min

Pressure cook the baby corn with salt and turmeric powder for about 3 whistles.

Step 2
~5 min

Release the pressure naturally and strain the water.

Step 3
~5 min

Heat oil in a heavy bottomed pan.

Step 4
~5 min

Add the mustard seeds, hing and let the mustard seeds crackle.

Step 5
~5 min

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

Step 6
~5 min

Add the onions, ginger and green chillies and saute till the onions are golden brown.

Step 7
~5 min

Add the Baby Corn, Peas along with salt, turmeric powder, red chilli powder, crushed cumin seeds, garam masala powder and salt.

Step 8
~5 min

Stir fry till the raw smell goes away, about 3 to 4 minutes.

Step 9
~5 min

Add in the chopped coriander leaves, give it a stir and serve.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Adjust the amount of chilli powder according to your spice preference.

Roasting and crushing the cumin seeds enhances their flavor.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

15 mins

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Can be made 1 day in advance

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

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

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve hot with roti or rice

Serve as a side dish with dal and vegetables

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Dal
Roti
Rice

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

South India

Cultural Significance

Common side dish in South Indian households.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Occasion Tags

weekday meal
family dinner

Popularity Score

65/100

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