Healthy Methi Matar Malai Recipe | Fenugreek Leaves Peas Curry | No Cream

Name: Healthy Methi Matar Malai Recipe | Fenugreek Leaves Peas Curry | No Cream
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4
Cuisine: Indian
Ingredients: 1 bunch Fenugreek Leaf (1 bunch Methi Leaves (Fenugreek Leaves) finely chopped); 2 tbsp Clarified Butter (2 tablespoons Ghee); 1 cup Green Peas (1 cup Green peas (Matar) steamed); ½ tsp Cumin Seeds (1/2 teaspoon Cumin seeds (Jeera)); 1 piece Tomato (1 Tomato pureed); ½ cup Greek Yogurt (1/2 cup Hung Curd (Greek Yogurt)); 1 tsp Garam Masala (1 teaspoon Garam masala powder); ½ tsp Ground Turmeric (1/2 teaspoon Turmeric powder (Haldi)); ½ tsp Black Pepper (1/2 teaspoon Black pepper powder); ½ tsp Granulated Sugar (1/2 teaspoon Sugar); 0 pieces Table Salt (Salt to taste); 1 piece Yellow Onion (1 Onion roughly chopped); 2 pieces Green Chili (2 Green Chillies roughly chopped); 1 piece Ginger (1 inch Ginger roughly chopped); 4 cloves Garlic (4 cloves Garlic); 6 pieces Almond (6 Whole Almonds (Badam)); 1 tsp Poppy Seeds (1 teaspoon Poppy seeds)

Healthy Methi Matar Malai Recipe | Fenugreek Leaves Peas Curry | No Cream - Sabzi Recipes (Indian)

45 minIndian

Servings4

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Ingredients

For 4 servings

Fenugreek Leaf1 bunch · 1 bunch Methi Leaves (Fenugreek Leaves) finely chopped
Clarified Butter2 tbsp · 2 tablespoons Ghee
Green Peas1 cup · 1 cup Green peas (Matar) steamed
Cumin Seeds½ tsp · 1/2 teaspoon Cumin seeds (Jeera)
Tomato1 piece · 1 Tomato pureed
Greek Yogurt½ cup · 1/2 cup Hung Curd (Greek Yogurt)
Garam Masala1 tsp · 1 teaspoon Garam masala powder
Ground Turmeric½ tsp · 1/2 teaspoon Turmeric powder (Haldi)
Black Pepper½ tsp · 1/2 teaspoon Black pepper powder
Granulated Sugar½ tsp · 1/2 teaspoon Sugar
Table Salt0 pieces · Salt to taste
Yellow Onion1 piece · 1 Onion roughly chopped
Green Chili2 pieces · 2 Green Chillies roughly chopped
Ginger1 piece · 1 inch Ginger roughly chopped
Garlic4 cloves · 4 cloves Garlic
Almond6 pieces · 6 Whole Almonds (Badam)
Poppy Seeds1 tsp · 1 teaspoon Poppy seeds

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Steps

1To begin making the Healthy Methi Mutter Malai (No Cream), get all the ingredients ready for easy cooking.
2First step is to prepare the Masala Paste. Gather the onion, green chillies, ginger, garlic, almonds, and poppy seeds.
3Place them in a blender or mixer jar with a splash of water to help it blend more smoothly.
4Grind this mixture until you get a velvety, lump-free paste. This step is crucial because the paste is what gives this recipe its creamy consistency without using actual cream.
5Next step is to cook the Methi (Fenugreek) Leaves. Heat half a teaspoon of ghee in a heavy-bottomed pan on medium heat. Add the chopped methi leaves and a pinch of salt.
6Sauté for about 2 to 3 minutes, or until the leaves wilt and become soft. Be careful not to overcook the methi, as it can lose its bright color and many of its nutrients.
7Transfer the sautéed leaves to a bowl and keep them aside. This step ensures your leaves remain fresh and retain their health benefits, which is one of the highlights of this recipe.
8Next, sauté the Masala Paste. In the same pan, add the remaining ghee. Carefully spoon in the freshly ground masala paste and sauté on medium heat.
9Stir continuously for about 4 to 5 minutes, or until the raw smell of onions dissipates. This step is vital to develop depth of flavor in the recipe.
10Once the masala paste looks slightly cooked (it may start to release oil from the sides), add the cumin seeds, turmeric powder, garam masala powder, and black pepper powder.
11Stir for a minute to let the spices bloom and release their aromas. Next, Stir in the pureed tomato and continue cooking for another 2 minutes.
12Lower the heat slightly and stir in the hung curd. Combine gently to avoid curdling.
13Adding curd instead of cream is what makes this recipe a healthier choice, yet it still maintains a luxurious taste and texture.
14Add back the sautéed methi leaves and gently fold in the steamed green peas.
15Include the sugar, which helps balance any remaining bitterness from the methi.
16If the gravy seems too thick, add a few tablespoons of water for a smoother consistency, keeping in mind that this recipe should still remain fairly creamy.
17Reduce the heat to low and let the gravy simmer for 3 to 4 minutes.
18Taste test and adjust the salt, spices, or sugar as needed. The key is to create a harmonious balance of flavors in this recipe. Once you’re satisfied with the consistency and flavor, turn off the heat and transfer to a serving bowl.
19Serve this Healthy Methi Matar Malai (No Cream) recipe hot alongside Tawa Paratha, roti, or steamed rice. Add a simple side salad or raita to complete the meal.