Matar Dhingri, Dhingri Matar
by Tarla Dalal

dhingri matar recipe | mutter dhingri | mushroom matar | Punjabi style sabzi |

Mutter dhingri is a delicious combination of green peas and mushrooms in luscious, thick gravy which is due to the use of rich, creamy and an opulent paste of cashews and poppy seeds.

dhingri matar is a semi-gravy variety of sabzi which can be enjoyed with hot chapatis or parathas. Learn how to make mushroom matar.

To make dhingri matar, first combine the cashew nuts and poppy seeds and blend in a mixer well without using any water. Add a little water and again blend well till smooth. Keep the paste aside. Next heat the oil on a non-stick tava (griddle), add the onions and sauté on a medium flame for 1 to 2 minutes. Add the ginger-garlic paste, tomatoes and 2 tbsp of water, mix well and cook on a medium flame for 1 to 2 minutes, while stirring continuously. Add the chilli powder, curds, salt, green peas and mushrooms, mix well and cook on a medium flame for another 1 to 2 minutes, while stirring occasionally. Add the cashew-poppy seed paste, 2 tbsp of water and garam masala, mix well and cook on a medium flame for 1 to 2 minutes, while stirring occasionally. Serve hot with rice, parathas or crackers.

The mushroom matar further has a tomato-based gravy features a combination of spices, a generous dose of curds. You will love the rich mouth-feel and lingering flavour of this sabzi. The garam masala added at the end of the preparation, while further intensify the true Indian flavours.

Use finely chopped onions for this Punjabi style sabzi, but mushrooms are preferred sliced to get a seamless experience. Learn how to slice mushrooms perfectly.

Tips for dhingri matar. 1. We suggest using a tava for this sabzi, so the ingredients get enough space and get cooked faster. Alternatively, you can use a broad pan for this sabzi. 2. Add whisked curd, so it doesn’t split while cooking. Also do not cook too much after adding curd.

Enjoy dhingri matar recipe | mutter dhingri | mushroom matar | Punjabi style sabzi | with step by step photos and video below.

Preparation Time: 15 mins   Cooking Time: 8 mins   Total Time: 23 mins    Makes 4 servings