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Matar Nimona

Matar Nimona

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Matar Nimona is a majestic, comforting, and profoundly aromatic winter specialty from Uttar Pradesh, celebrated for its unique coarse green pea base. This recipe features fresh seasonal peas ground into a professional-grade paste and slow-cooked with potatoes and traditional 'Wadis'. Known for its sophisticated flavor and soul-satisfying warmth during cold months, it represents the soulful heart of heritage Awadhi domestic culinary arts. Its taste is intensely savory and earthy, with the mustard oil providing a unique professional-grade pungent lift. This dish is a mandatory staple for winter family lunches and is always served with hot rice. Best enjoyed fresh from the professional-grade cauldron.

Prep Time15 mins
Cook Time25 mins
Servings4 People
DifficultyMedium
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Ingredients

2 cups Fresh Green Peas
2 medium Potatoes, cubed
2 tbsp Mustard oil
1/2 tsp Cumin seeds
1/2 tsp Asafoetida (Hing)
1 tbsp Ginger-Garlic-Chili paste
1 tsp Turmeric powder
1 tsp Garam masala
Salt to taste
Fresh Coriander for garnish
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Cooking Instructions

Tips & Secrets

  • Using fresh seasonal peas is mandatory for achieving the traditional professional-grade sweet and vibrant flavor.
  • Ensuring the pea paste is sautéed until it changes color provides the absolute secret to achieved a professional-grade non-raw taste.
  • The addition of a few 'Urad Dal Wadis' provide the essential professional-grade traditional lift found in village recipes.
  • Always use authentic mustard oil specifically for Nimona to ensure the professional-grade pungent depth.

Nutritional Information(Per 1 bowl (250g))

Calories

220 kcal

Protein

8g

Fat

12g

Carbs

20g

Note: Nutritional values are professional estimates per standard serving (~200-250g / ml) and may vary based on ingredient quality and preparation methods.