Matar ka Nimona

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Ingredients

2 cups	fresh green peas
1 medium	potato, peeled and diced
1 medium	onion, finely chopped
1 medium	tomato, finely chopped
2 tablespoons	mustard oil
1 teaspoon	cumin seeds
1 teaspoon	ginger-garlic paste
1 teaspoon	turmeric powder
1 teaspoon	coriander powder
1 teaspoon	garam masala
1 teaspoon	red chili powder
1	bay leaf
—	salt to taste
2 cups	water
2 tablespoons	fresh coriander leaves, chopped

Instructions

1. 1 Coarsely grind the fresh green peas in a blender or food processor.
2. 2 Heat mustard oil in a pan until it reaches smoking point, then reduce the heat.
3. 3 Add cumin seeds and bay leaf to the oil and let them splutter.
4. 4 Add the chopped onion and sauté until golden brown.
5. 5 Add ginger-garlic paste and sauté for another minute.
6. 6 Add the chopped tomato and cook until it becomes soft and the oil separates.
7. 7 Mix in the turmeric powder, coriander powder, red chili powder, and salt.
8. 8 Add the diced potato and cook for 2-3 minutes, stirring occasionally.
9. 9 Add the coarsely ground peas and mix well with the spices.
10. 10 Pour in water and bring the mixture to a boil.
11. 11 Reduce the heat to a simmer, cover, and cook until the potatoes are tender and the flavors have melded, about 15-20 minutes.
12. 12 Stir in the garam masala and cook for another 2 minutes.
13. 13 Garnish with fresh coriander leaves before serving.