Creamy Restaurant-Style Methi Matar Malai!

Creamy Methi Matar Malai; there's something incredibly comforting about a dish that's both vibrant. Methi Matar Malai, a symphony of fresh fenugreek leaves (methi), plump peas (matar), and creamy sauce (malai), is exactly that. It's a vegetarian delight that explodes with flavour and leaves you wanting more. The best thing about this easy methi matar malai is that it is healthy too.

Here are the processes for cooking restaurant-style methi matar malai.

Ingredients:

For the Masala Paste:

1. 1 tablespoon ghee/oil
2. 1 inch cinnamon stick
3. 1 teaspoon of cumin seeds
4. 2 cloves
5. 3 green cardamoms
6. 4 green chilies (adjust for your spice preference)
7. 1 inch of ginger, roughly chopped
8. 7-8 garlic cloves
9. 2 large onions, roughly chopped
10. 10 - 20 cashews

For the curry:

1. 2 cups of fresh fenugreek leaves
2. 1 cup frozen peas/fresh peas
3. 2 tablespoons of butter
4. 1 teaspoon of coriander powder
5. ½ teaspoon garam masala
6. Salt to taste
7. ½ cup heavy cream/fresh cream
8. Water (as needed)

Cooking Process:

Step1 : Making the Masala Paste: 

1) In a pan, heat ghee/oil. Add cumin seeds, cinnamon, cloves, and cardamoms. Let them release their wonderful aroma. 

2) Then add ginger, garlic,  cashews, and green chilies. Sauté for a minute or two, until the chilies soften. 

3) Now add the onion. Cook until the onions become softened. 

4) Let the mixture cool slightly. 

5) Grind it into a smooth paste. Let it aside.

Step 2 : Preparing Methi and Fresh Peas:

1) In the pan, melt the butter. Add the fenugreek leaves and sauté for 4-5 minutes, until they wilt. 

2) Then add fresh peas for 3 minutes. Let it aside.

Step 3 : Making the Creamy Methi Matar Malai:

1) In the same pan, add ghee/oil, Pour in the ground masala paste and mix well. Now add the required water.

2) Add coriander powder and garam masala. Stir well, letting the spices mingle. Cook for 2-3 minutes.

3) Then add methi and fresh peas mixer. Bring the curry to a gentle simmer and cook covered for 5-7 minutes, or until the peas are cooked through and the gravy thickens.

4) Once the curry is cooked, stir in the cream. 

5) That’s it you have got your creamy methi matar malai. Serve it with hot rotis, naan, or even fluffy basmati rice.

This quick methi matar malai recipe will be ready within 30 minutes. If you’re craving something creamy to add to your dinner, you can try it without any second thought. So take your recipe book, write down this recipe, and try it for a quick treat. Happy Cooking!