Green Peas Vegetable
A simple, flavorful, and nutritious dish featuring green peas cooked with aromatic spices and vegetables. Perfect as a side dish or a light main course!
Equipment
- Skillet or Pan
- Cutting Board
- Knife
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 onion finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 1 carrot diced
- 1 cup green peas fresh or frozen
- 1 tsp cumin seeds optional
- 1/2 tsp turmeric powder
- 1 tsp salt or to taste
- 1/2 tsp black pepper to taste
- 1 tbsp fresh cilantro chopped, for garnish
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat.
- Add cumin seeds (if using) and let them sizzle for a few seconds.
- Add chopped onions and sauté until translucent, about 3 minutes.
- Stir in minced garlic and cook for another minute.
- Add diced carrot and cook for 2-3 minutes until slightly softened.
- Add green peas, turmeric powder, salt, and black pepper. Stir well to coat the peas with spices.
- Cook for 5-7 minutes until the peas are tender but still bright green.
- Garnish with fresh cilantro and serve warm as a side dish or over rice.
Notes
For a spicier version, add a pinch of red chili flakes or chopped green chili. You can also add diced potatoes for extra heartiness!