Winter is the perfect season to enjoy creamy, comforting dishes, and Methi Matar Malai is a classic favorite. With fresh fenugreek (methi) leaves, green peas (matar), and rich cream (malai), this dish is aromatic, flavorful, and restaurant-quality, yet surprisingly easy to make at home.
Ingredients
Fresh fenugreek leaves (methi) – 1 cup, chopped
Green peas (matar) – 1 cup
Fresh cream (malai) – ½ cup
Onion – 1 medium, finely chopped
Ginger-garlic paste – 1 tsp
Green chili – 1, chopped (optional)
Turmeric powder – ½ tsp
Red chili powder – ½ tsp
Garam masala – ½ tsp
Salt – to taste
Ghee or oil – 2 tbsp
Cashew paste – 2 tbsp (optional, for extra creaminess)
Step-by-Step Method
Prepare the Methi
Wash and chop the fenugreek leaves. Blanch them in hot water for 1–2 minutes to reduce bitterness, then drain and set aside.
Cook the Base
Add chopped onions and sauté until golden brown.
Add ginger-garlic paste and green chili, sauté for a minute.
Add Spices and Peas
Mix in turmeric powder, red chili powder, and salt.
Add green peas and cook for 3–4 minutes.
Add Fenugreek and Cream
Add the chopped methi leaves and stir well.
Pour in fresh cream and cashew paste, mix thoroughly.
Cook on low heat for 5–7 minutes until the curry becomes creamy and the flavors blend.
Finish with Garam Masala
Sprinkle garam masala on top, mix gently, and turn off the heat.
Serving Suggestion
Serve hot Methi Matar Malai with naan, roti, or steamed rice. Garnish with a drizzle of cream or a few fenugreek leaves for a restaurant-style presentation.
Pro Tips
Blanching the methi reduces bitterness without losing nutrients.
Adjust cream quantity for a lighter or richer version.
Adding cashew paste gives extra silky texture, but it’s optional.
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