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We Often Snub Frozen Peas, But They Are A Key Ingredient in Indian Curries
We Often Snub Frozen Peas, But They Are A Key Ingredient in Indian Curries
1/2 tsp (2 mL) each: ground cumin, garam masala, cayenne pepper
1/2 tsp (2 mL) each: cumin seeds, black, brown or yellow mustard seeds
In measuring cup, whisk sugar, cumin, garam masala, cayenne, salt and tomato paste.
Slowly whisk in water. Whisk in cream. Add lemon juice, cilantro and chili. Stir well.
In large, non-stick skillet, heat oil over medium-high. Add cumin and mustard seeds. As
soon as mustard seeds begin to pop (this should take just seconds), add peas. Cook,
stirring, 30 seconds. Add cream sauce. Raise heat to high. Cook, stirring gently, until
sauce has thickened, about 90 seconds to 2 minutes.
Makes 4 to 6 servings.