Mushroom Matar Malai: Creamy Restaurant-Style Delight at Home

Balasahana Suresh
Mushroom Matar Malai is a rich and creamy North indian curry that combines soft mushrooms, green peas, and aromatic spices in a luscious creamy gravy. With a few simple steps, you can recreate this restaurant-style dish in your kitchen.

1. Ingredients You’ll Need

For the Curry:

· 200 g mushrooms, sliced

· 1 cup green peas (fresh or frozen)

· 1 medium onion, finely chopped

· 2 tomatoes, pureed

· 1–2 green chilies, slit

· 1 tsp ginger-garlic paste

· 1/2 tsp cumin seeds

· 1/2 tsp turmeric powder

· 1 tsp red chili powder

· 1 tsp garam masala

· 1/2 cup fresh cream or cashew paste

· 2–3 tbsp oil or ghee

· salt to taste

· Fresh coriander for garnish

Optional: A few cashews for garnish or extra creaminess

2. Step-by-Step Preparation

a. Sauté the Aromatics

1. Heat oil or ghee in a pan.

2. Add cumin seeds until they splutter.

3. Add onions and green chilies; sauté until golden brown.

4. Stir in ginger-garlic paste and cook until raw smell disappears.

b. Cook the Tomatoes and Spices

1. Add tomato puree, turmeric, red chili powder, and salt.

2. Cook until the oil separates from the masala.

c. Add Mushrooms and Peas

1. Add sliced mushrooms and green peas to the pan.

2. Stir well and cook for 5–7 minutes until mushrooms are tender.

d. Make it Creamy

1. Lower the heat and add fresh cream or cashew paste.

2. Mix gently, ensuring the cream does not curdle.

3. Sprinkle garam masala and cook for 2 more minutes.

3. Serving Suggestions

· Serve hot with roti, naan, or steamed rice.

· Garnish with fresh coriander or a drizzle of cream for a restaurant-style look.

4. Tips for Perfect mushroom Matar Malai

· Use fresh mushrooms for the best texture.

· Avoid overcooking mushrooms to prevent them from becoming mushy and watery.

· Adjust cream quantity for desired richness.

· For extra flavor, roast cashews and grind into a paste instead of using store-bought cream.

Conclusion: With this simple recipe, you can enjoy creamy, flavorful mushroom Matar Malai at home, just like your favorite restaurant. It’s perfect for weekend dinners, special occasions, or festive meals.

 

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