Masala Peas

Elevate your weeknight dinners with this flavor-packed Masala Peas recipe—a quick and easy Indian dish that’s bursting with vibrant spices and wholesome goodness. Tender green peas are simmered in a fragrant blend of cumin, turmeric, red chili, and garam masala, complemented by sautéed onions, tomatoes, and a hint of ginger-garlic for irresistible depth. In just 30 minutes, you can create this gluten-free, vegetarian masterpiece that's perfect as a side dish or a light main course. Garnished with fresh coriander, Masala Peas pairs beautifully with steamed rice, naan, or roti, making it an ideal choice for busy evenings and spice lovers alike.

Nutriscore Rating: 78/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 300 grams Green peas
• 1 medium, finely chopped Onion
• 1 medium, finely chopped Tomato
• 1 tablespoon Ginger-garlic paste
• 1 finely chopped Green chili
• 1 teaspoon Cumin seeds
• 0.5 teaspoon Turmeric powder
• 0.5 teaspoon Red chili powder
• 0.5 teaspoon Garam masala
• 1 teaspoon Coriander powder
• 0.75 teaspoon (or to taste) Salt
• 2 tablespoons Oil
• 2 tablespoons, chopped Fresh coriander leaves

Directions

Step 1

Heat oil in a medium-sized pan over medium heat.

Step 2

Add cumin seeds and allow them to sizzle for a few seconds.

Step 3

Add the chopped onion and green chili, sauté until the onions become translucent.

Step 4

Stir in ginger-garlic paste and cook for another minute until the raw smell disappears.

Step 5

Add the chopped tomato and cook until it turns soft and the oil starts to separate from the mixture.

Step 6

Mix in turmeric powder, red chili powder, coriander powder, and salt. Stir well to combine the spices.

Step 7

Add the green peas and 1/4 cup of water. Stir well, cover, and let it simmer for 8-10 minutes on low heat until the peas are tender.

Step 8

Once the peas are cooked, sprinkle garam masala and give it a good mix.

Step 9

Garnish with chopped fresh coriander leaves and serve hot.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	647.5 grams (647.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	664

Total Fat 31.30g	40%
Saturated Fat 2.30g	12%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.60g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 2988mg	130%
Total Carbohydrate 80.60g	29%
Dietary Fiber 23.50g	84%
Total Sugars 35.60g
Protein 21.60g	43%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 188mg	14%
Iron 10mg	56%
Potassium 1472mg	31%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 40.8%

Protein: 12.5%

Carbs: 46.7%