MEETHI MUSHROOM

Most of us are aware of the health benefits of mushroom. It is a great source of important minerals like iron, zinc, potassium, as well as vitamin D. Not only that mushrooms are low in carbohydrates, calories, and sodium.  It is also cholesterol and fat free. People who are vegetarian, should include mushroom in their diet for its high nutritive value. Mushroom is used in the world of cuisine to make variety of dishes. Now for an Indian style recipe all you need:

INGREDIENTS

Button Mushroom-250 gm (cut into pieces)

Green peas-1 cup

Capsicum-2 diced

Onion-1 big size finely chopped and 1/2 onion diced

Ginger-garlic paste-2 tsp

Coriander powder-2 tsp

Tomato puree-1cup

Salt as per taste

Sugar as per taste

Red chilly powder-1 tsp

Turmeric powder-1 tsp

Garam masal (whole)-2 green cardamom, 1 stick of cinnamon, 2-3 cloves

Refined oil-2 tbsp

Dried Fenugreek leaf (Kasuri meethi)-3 tsp

METHODS

Blanch mushroom and green peas separately, and keep aside. Take oil in a pan, and add the garam masala.  Wait till this start spluttering. Then add the chopped onion and saute for a while. Add the ginger-garlic paste and fry for some more time.Now put the capsicum followed by mushroom pieces, and cook till the water dries up. Add coriander powder, chilly powder, turmeric powder and all the other seasonings. Add little water so that the spices wont get burnt. Now put the green peas along with the tomato puree and continue cooking till the raw smell of tomatoes fades off. Add enough water to make the gravy. Cook till it reaches the right consistency. Sprinkle kasuri meethi for a wonderful flavor.