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Gajar Matar

A warm Indian stir-fry of diced carrots and sweet green peas cooked with fragrant, earthy spices. It makes a quick and nourishing vegetable dish for weeknight dinners.

30 minEasyServes 4130 cal/serving

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Ingredients

  • 2 tbsp cooking oil
  • 1 tsp cumin seeds
  • 1 tbsp fresh ginger, minced
  • 1 green chili, chopped
  • 3 cups carrots, diced
  • 1 cup green peas
  • 1/2 tsp ground turmeric
  • 1 tsp ground coriander
  • 1/2 tsp red chili powder
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp garam masala
  • 2 tbsp fresh cilantro, chopped

Instructions

  1. 1

    Heat 2 tbsp cooking oil in a skillet over medium heat, then add 1 tsp cumin seeds and sizzle for 30 seconds.

  2. 2

    Add 1 tbsp minced fresh ginger and 1 chopped green chili, stirring for 1 minute until fragrant.

  3. 3

    Add 3 cups diced carrots, 1/2 tsp ground turmeric, 1 tsp ground coriander, 1/2 tsp red chili powder, and 1/2 tsp salt, stirring well to coat.

  4. 4

    Cover and cook on low heat for 8 to 10 minutes until the carrots start to soften.

  5. 5

    Stir in 1 cup green peas, cover again, and cook for 3 to 5 minutes until tender.

  6. 6

    Sprinkle with 1/2 tsp garam masala and 2 tbsp chopped fresh cilantro before removing from heat.

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Questions

How do I know when Gajar Matar is done?

Go by the cues in the method rather than the clock. Step 4: cook until the carrots start to soften.

Why cook the spices first in Gajar Matar?

Step 1 reads: "Heat 2 tbsp cooking oil in a skillet over medium heat, then add 1 tsp cumin seeds and sizzle for 30 seconds." Most spice flavor dissolves in fat, not water. The brief fry in step 1 wakes the spices up and spreads them through the oil. Keep them moving; they scorch in seconds.

Is there a substitute for garam masala in Gajar Matar?

The entry for Gajar Matar calls for 1/2 tsp garam masala. In its place: Mix two parts each of ground cumin and coriander with one part each of black pepper, cinnamon and cardamom. Curry powder is a different blend but works in a pinch.

How hot is Gajar Matar?

Moderately. The heat in Gajar Matar comes from 1 green chili, chopped and 1/2 tsp red chili powder. For a milder plate, remove the seeds and ribs from the chili, or use half; nothing else in the method changes. For more, add it at the table rather than in the pot, so everyone sets their own level.

Is Gajar Matar low-carb?

A serving of Gajar Matar carries 16 g of carbohydrate, 5 g of it fiber. Against a strict 20 g keto day that is 80 percent of the budget; against a moderate 100 g low-carb day it is 16 percent.

How many calories are in Gajar Matar?

One serving (the recipe makes 4) is about 130 calories, with 3 g protein, 16 g carbohydrate and 7 g fat, plus 5 g fiber and 340 mg sodium. The figures are estimates computed from the ingredient list.

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