Makhana Matar Curry

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Ingredients

	1 cup	Makhana , fox nuts
	1 cup	Green Pea
	2 tablespoons	Ghee
	1 teaspoon	Cumin , seeds
	1 medium	Onion , finely chopped
	2 medium	Tomato , pureed
	1 teaspoon	Ginger-garlic paste
	1 teaspoon	Turmeric powder
	1 teaspoon	Red chili powder
	1 teaspoon	Coriander powder
	1/2 teaspoon	Garam masala
	—	Salt , to taste
	2 tablespoons	Cilantro , chopped

Instructions

1. 1 Heat 1 tablespoon of ghee in a pan and roast the makhana until they are crisp and golden. Remove and set aside.
2. 2 In the same pan, add the remaining ghee and heat it.
3. 3 Add cumin seeds and let them splutter.
4. 4 Add the chopped onions and sauté until they turn golden brown.
5. 5 Stir in the ginger-garlic paste and cook for a minute until the raw smell disappears.
6. 6 Add the tomato puree and cook until the oil starts to separate from the mixture.
7. 7 Mix in turmeric powder, red chili powder, coriander powder, and salt. Cook for another 2 minutes.
8. 8 Add the green peas and a little water. Cover and cook until the peas are tender.
9. 9 Add the roasted makhana and garam masala. Mix well and cook for another 2-3 minutes.
10. 10 Garnish with fresh coriander leaves and serve hot.