A traditional UP-style breakfast dish made with peas and onions, perfect for a hearty start to your day.
A traditional UP-style breakfast dish made with peas and onions, perfect for a hearty start to your day.

Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 1/2cupMatar (peas)
- 4Onions
- 2tbspMustard Oil
- 1Urad Dal (optional)
- 1tspJeera (Cumin seeds)
- 1Green Chilli
- 1/4tspHing (Asafoetida)
- 1tspTurmeric Powder
- 1tspCumin Powder
- 1tspCoriander Powder
- 1/2tspGaram Masala
- 1/2tspSabji Masala
- Salt to taste
- Water
How to make Payaj Matar Ki Saloni
Preparation
Soak the peas in water for 6-8 hours.
Chop the onions and green chillies.
Cooking
In a pan, heat mustard oil and add jeera.
Once the jeera splutters, add chopped onions and sauté until golden brown.
Add urad dal (if using), green chillies, and hing. Stir well.
Add turmeric powder, cumin powder, coriander powder, and salt. Mix well.
Add the soaked peas and water. Cook until the peas are tender.
Finally, add garam masala and sabji masala. Stir and cook for a few more minutes.
Tips & Tricks
For a richer flavor, you can add a bit of ghee at the end.
Adjust the spice level by adding more or fewer green chillies.
FAQS
Can I use frozen peas instead of soaked peas?
Yes, you can use frozen peas. Just reduce the cooking time.
Is this dish suitable for vegetarians?
Yes, this dish is vegetarian and can also be made vegan.
What can I serve with Payaj Matar Ki Saloni?
This dish pairs well with chapati or paratha.
How can I store leftovers?
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Can I make this dish spicier?
Yes, you can add more green chillies or red chili powder to increase the spice level.
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Suman Yadav
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