Indian Spicy Peas (Sukhi Matar)

A nice spicy side dish for curries and other Indian dishes! Can easily be part of a Western meal- serve with steaks and a potato dish for an interesting change of pace.

• Ready In: 25 mins
• Serves: 5-6

Ingredients

• 1  medium onion, grated
• 1  tablespoon  vegetable oil
• 1⁄2 teaspoon cumin seed
• 1 (16 ounce) package frozen green peas, thawed
• 1⁄4 teaspoon turmeric
• 1⁄4-1⁄2 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
• 1  tablespoon ground coriander
• 1⁄2-3⁄4 teaspoon salt
• 2  tablespoons water
• 3⁄4 teaspoon garam masala

Directions

1. Heat oil in saute pan over medium heat and cook cumin seed until they sizzle and fragrance is released.
2. Add onion and cook until tender; then stir in peas, turmeric, cayenne, coriander, salt, and water, mixing well.
3. Bring to a boil, reduce heat and simmer for 10 minutes.
4. Stir in garam masala and cook for a few minutes more, until liquid evaporates, stirring occasionally.
5. Serve with other dishes such as dal, and curries; have some steamed basmati rice, a crisp salad, a selection of warm breads, and an herb plate available.
6. Enjoy!