Khoya Matar Makhana Curry

Khoya Matar Makhana Curry is a must try if you are looking for a rich and flavorful gravy. Not too spicy yet very flavorful, this is made using Phool Makhane, cashew nuts and green peas.
Khoya Matar Makhana Curry is a must try if you are looking for a rich and flavorful gravy. Not too spicy yet very flavorful.
A gravy of onion and tomato is made into which is added some khoya which gives it the richness. Pair it with paratha or naan, this recipe will taste good with almost everything. 
Makhana isn't much known outside of North India. It is actually lotus seeds and is very healthy and versatile. You can even make Makhana Namkeen for evening chai.  
It is good to eat Makhana as a snack but occasionally Khoya Matar Makhana Curry can work out as a perfect meal as well.

Why Should I eat Makhana

Makhana is rich with fiber and is low on calories, hence it aids weight loss.
Moreover, Makhana has a high amount of magnesium and a lower amount of sodium, therefore, it is good for diabetics, people suffering from blood pressure, heart diseases et al. Additionally, it contains an anti-ageing enzyme which combats ageing.
When you have some luxury of time, feast on Khoya Matar Makhana Curry and obviously, if you are in a rush, a munch of Makhana will be there to make you feel all good. Enj0y eating it without fail, but first, note down its recipe:

Khoya Matar Makhana Recipe

Khoya Matar Makhana Curry

Khoya Matar Makhana Curry is a delicious curry made with Makhana
 Course Vegetarian Main Course
 Cuisine Indian
 Prep Time 15 minutes
 Cook Time 30 minutes
 Total Time 45 minutes
 Servings  people
 Calories 316 kcal
 Author Neha Mathur
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Ingredients

  • 3 tbsp Oil
  • 1 cup Onion chopped
  • 1 tsp Ginger garlic paste
  • 3 tbsp Tomato puree
  • 2 tsp Coriander powder
  • 1/2 tsp Turmeric powder
  • 1 tsp Red chili powder
  • 1/2 tsp Garam masala powder
  • 100 gms Khoya
  • 1/2 cup Matar
  • 6 cups Makhane
  • 1/4 cup Cashewnuts cut into halves
  • Salt to taste
  • 1 tsp Sugar
  • 1 tbsp Lemon juice
  • 3 tbsp Fresh cream or malai
  • Fresh coriander for garnishing

Instructions

  1. Heat oil in a heavy bottom pan.
  2. When the oil is hot, add onion.
  3. Fry till onions are slightly browned.
  4. Add ginger garlic paste.
  5. Fry till onions are golden brown.
  6. Add tomato puree and cook for a minute.
  7. Add coriander powder, turmeric powder, red chili powder, garam masala powder and salt.
  8. Add 1/2 cup water and cook for 2 minutes.
  9. Add khoya and cook for another minute.
  10. Add 4 cups of water and bring the masala to a boil.
  11. Add makhane, matar and cashewnuts.
  12. Cook till makhane are soft and water is almost reduced.
  13. Add sugar, lemon juice and fresh cream.
  14. Garnish with fresh coriander.
  15. Serve hot with zeera rice or parathe.
Nutrition Facts
Khoya Matar Makhana Curry
Amount Per Serving
Calories 316Calories from Fat 225
% Daily Value*
Fat 25g38%
Saturated Fat 8g50%
Cholesterol 21mg7%
Sodium 91mg4%
Potassium 235mg7%
Carbohydrates 18g6%
Fiber 2g8%
Sugar 5g6%
Protein 8g16%
Vitamin A 697IU14%
Vitamin C 15mg18%
Calcium 199mg20%
Iron 1mg6%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

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