Curried Peas

Curried peas is big in flavor and is a great to have with flatbreads or any grain. The sweetness from the peas, salt, the spices from curry powder, fresh mint and cilantro - the combination is a perfect choreography of flavors. Fresh peas of the season have a great flavor and makes it a perfect side entry for any feast. This is simple to make in a few minutes on the kitchen. Shelling may take some time. Frozen peas can also be used to make it very quickly. Plus peas are loved by kids and they would definitely love eat this curry. The spice level can be adjusted with the right proportion of curry powder according to the taste palette.

There is no onion and garlic in this recipe and hence there is no hassle of chopping onions. This has a great flavor with simple ingredients and is vegan too. I am linking this for Spring Sides event in #OurFamily Table group. We share Recipes From Our Dinner Table! Join our group and share your recipes, too! While you're at it, join our Pinterest board, too!

Ingredients

Serves 4 - 6

Peas - 2 cups, fresh or frozen

Oil - 1tbsp

Cumin - 1 tsp

Mint - 2 tbsp, chopped

Cilantro - 2 tbsp, chopped

Salt - 1/2 tsp

Turmeric - 1/4 tsp

Curry powder - 1/2 to 1 tsp

Method

Heat oil in a cast iron pan. Add the cumin sauté for 30 seconds. Add the peas and sauté for 1-2 minutes till tender. Add salt, turmeric, and curry powder. Sauté for 2-3 minutes and switch off the flame. Add the chopped mint and cilantro and mix.

Serve with any cooked grains, or flat breads.

Thanks, Christie for hosting this event. Recipes shared for Celebrate Spring Sides:

• Creamy Pasta Primavera by Making Miracles
• Cucumber and Purple Daikon Radish Salad with Dill Dressing by Blogghetti
• Curried Peas by Magical Ingredients
• Herb Roasted Artichokes by That Recipe
• Homemade German Spaetzles by Art of Natural Living
• Roasted Asparagus with Feta and Sun Dried Tomatoes by Hezzi-D's Books and Cooks
• Roasted Tomato and Pepper Soup by Karen's Kitchen Stories