Methi Matar Malai

Methi Matar Malai

Not many people like methi (fenugreek) because of its bitter taste. But believe me you will fall in love with this dish as you savour it. And yes, it has methi in it. Here’s the recipe to make delicious Methi Mater Malai.

Ingredients

1 cup boiled green peas

1/2 cup cream or malai

1 bunch methi leaves chopped

3 tbsp. ghee or butter

Salt to taste

1/2 tsp. cumin seeds

1 pinch asafoetida

Powder together:

1 cardamom

2-3 cloves

1/2" stick cinnamon

Grind to a paste:

1 onion

1 tbsp. khuskhus (poppy seeds)

1-1/2 tbsp. cashew nuts

1 tbsp. curds

1 tsp. sugar

2-3 green chillies

1/2" ginger

Method

Immerse methi in salted hot water for 5 minutes. Drain and wash well in colander under running water. Press out well to remove as much water as possible. Keep aside. Beat malai till smooth. Keep aside.

Heat ghee, add cumin seeds and asafoetida. Add paste and stir fry for 2-3 minutes. Add powdered spices. Stir, and add peas, methi leaves and malai. Add all other ingredients.

Boil for 2-3 minutes or till gravy thickens.

If gravy feels too watery sprinkle a dash of flour and stir. If too thick, add a few tbsp. of milk.

Serve piping hot with parathas, rotis, etc.