Mushroom Matar Recipe
Serves: 2–3 people
Ingredients:
- Mushrooms – 200–250 gm, washed and cut into halves or quarters
- Green peas – ½ cup
- Onion – 1 medium, finely chopped
- Ginger paste – 1 tsp
- Garlic paste – 1 tsp
- Kitchen King masala – 1 tsp
- Salt – to taste
- Red chilli powder – to taste
- Refined oil – 2 tbsp
- Fresh coriander – 2 tbsp, finely chopped
Method:
- Wash the mushrooms thoroughly and cut them into halves or quarters depending on their size.
- Wash the green peas and keep aside.
- Heat oil in a pan over medium flame.
- Add chopped onion, ginger paste, and garlic paste. Sauté until golden brown.
- Add salt, red chilli powder, and Kitchen King masala. Cook for 1 minute.
- Add 2 tbsp water and mix well to form a light gravy.
- Add mushrooms and green peas. Mix well and cook until the peas turn soft and tender.
- If excess water remains, cook on high flame for 1–2 minutes until the mixture becomes dry.
- Switch off the flame and garnish with fresh coriander.
- Serve hot with roti, naan, paratha, or steamed rice.
Serving Suggestions:
- Serve hot with butter naan, tandoori roti, or jeera rice.
- Pair with dal, salad, or curd for a complete meal.
- Best enjoyed fresh and warm for maximum flavour and texture.
Tips:
- Do not overcook the mushrooms, as they may release excess water.
- Fresh peas give the best flavour, but frozen peas can also be used.
- Adjust the spice level according to your taste preference.
- Cook on high flame at the end for a dry restaurant-style finish.

