Methi Malai Matar
Indian Indian - Chutneys and Sides

Methi Malai Matar

Est. Time: 20-30 min  •  5 Preparation Steps

Chef's Menu Description

An authentic Indian specialty cooked with freshly ground roasted spices, caramelised onions, and aromatic herbs in the traditional style.

Ingredients

  • • 2 cups fresh fenugreek leaves (methi), chopped
  • • 1 1/2 cups thick yogurt
  • • 1 tsp roasted cumin powder
  • • 1 green chili, finely chopped
  • • 1/2 tsp salt
  • • 1 tsp ghee
  • • 1/4 tsp asafoetida

Preparation Steps

1
Phase 1

Heat the ghee, add the asafoetida and fenugreek leaves, and sauté for 3-4 minutes until wilted and fragrant, then cool.

2
Phase 2

Whisk the yogurt in a bowl until completely smooth and creamy.

3
Phase 3

Stir the roasted cumin powder and salt into the whisked yogurt.

4
Phase 4

Fold in the sautéed methi and the green chili until evenly distributed.

5
Phase 5

Serve chilled or at room temperature with parathas, pulao, or stuffed rotis.