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South Indian Mushroom Peas Curry
A wholesome Indian recipe crafted for health-conscious eating: nutritious, delicious, and easy to make at home.
⏱20 minsPrep Time
🔥25 minsCook Time
⏰45 minsTotal Time
👥3Serves
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Batani-style mushroom peas curry leans on a coconut-cashew paste for body. Sauté mushrooms separately so they brown, then simmer with soft peas in the fragrant gravy.
Ingredients
How to Make It
1
Boil peas; reserve a little stock. Blend coconut and cashews to a smooth paste.
2
Sauté mushrooms in oil until lightly browned; set aside.
3
Cook onion and spices; add coconut-cashew paste and simmer.
4
Add peas, mushrooms and stock; cook until gravy thickens.
Nutrition per serving
220kcal
Protein8g
Carbohydrates16g
Fat14g
Fibre5g
* Approximate values per serving
Health Benefits
Mushrooms and peas add volume and plant protein. Coconut-cashew paste replaces cream for a South Indian richness profile.
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Pro Tips
- →Blend paste very fine.
- →Don’t overcrowd mushrooms.
- →Use fresh coconut for best aroma.
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Variations
- 1Add potato cubes.
- 2Temper with curry leaves and mustard.
Frequently Asked Questions
Roti, paratha, or jeera rice.
Use more coconut and a spoon of roasted chana dal.
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