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Carrot Peas Kurma

Carrot Peas Kurma- flavorful robust curry with fresh carrots and peas simmered in a fragrant gravy. Vegan. GF. Tastes great with roti, chapati, poori
Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time20 minutes
Total Time30 minutes
Course: Mains
Cuisine: South Indian
Servings: 2
Author: Anusha Praveen

Ingredients

  • Carrots 2 medium diced
  • Fresh green peas 3/4 cup
  • Turmeric powder 1/4 tsp
  • Onion 1 large chopped finely
  • Tomatoes 2 medium chopped finely
  • Curry leaves a sprig
  • Cumin seeds 1 tsp
  • Salt to taste
  • Oil 1 tbsp
  • To Grind To A Smooth Paste:
  • Grated coconut 1 tbsp
  • Garlic cloves 3
  • Ginger 1/2"
  • Poppy seeds 1 tsp
  • Fennel seeds 1/2 tsp
  • Green chilies 4
  • Roasted gram dhal 1 tbsp
  • Chopped coriander leaves for garnish 2 tbsp

Instructions

  • Pressure cook the carrots and the peas for 2 whistles.
  • In the meanwhile, grind the ingredients to grind into a smooth paste adding little water.Set aside
  • Once the carrot and peas are done, drain the water and reserve.
  • Heat oil in a pan and add cumin seeds.
  • Once they splutter, add curry leaves and onions.
  • Saute till onions turn golden brown.
  • Now, add the turmeric and the tomatoes.
  • Saute till tomatoes turn completely mushy.
  • At this stage, add the cooked carrot and peas.
  • Combine well and simmer for a minute.
  • Next,add the ground paste and mix well.
  • Add salt and half of the reserved water and mix well.
  • Simmer for about 4 to 5 mins.
  • Garnish with coriander leaves.
  • Serve hot with pooris or chapathis. We enjoyed this creamy yummy kurma with pooris hot from the oil.

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