{"id":345,"date":"2026-09-17T12:12:56","date_gmt":"2026-09-17T12:12:56","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/meenrazcooking.com\/en\/?post_type=recipe&p=345"},"modified":"2026-09-17T12:22:28","modified_gmt":"2026-09-17T12:22:28","slug":"matar-ka-nimona-recipe","status":"publish","type":"recipe","link":"https:\/\/meenrazcooking.com\/en\/recipe\/matar-ka-nimona-recipe\/","title":{"rendered":"Matar Ka Nimona Recipe \u2013 UP Style Nimona with Stored Winter Peas"},"content":{"rendered":"

Matar Ka Nimona is a popular traditional recipe from Uttar Pradesh. It is especially enjoyed during winter. Fresh green peas are easily available during this season.<\/p>\n

But can you enjoy Matar Ka Nimona after the pea season is over?<\/p>\n

Yes, absolutely.<\/p>\n

Today, we are making Matar Ka Nimona using peas that were preserved during winter<\/strong>. This is an old traditional method followed in our family.<\/p>\n

During winter, fresh peas are ground and dried properly. Once completely dry, they can be stored for later use.<\/p>\n

This method was especially useful during the rainy season. Fresh vegetables were not always easily available at that time.<\/p>\n

Therefore, preserved peas helped families prepare delicious meals even when fresh peas were out of season.<\/p>\n

If you love peas, you should also try our Desi Style Matar Paneer Recipe<\/a><\/strong>. It is another delicious way to enjoy peas with paneer and aromatic Indian spices.<\/p>\n

What Is Matar Ka Nimona?<\/h2>\n

Matar Ka Nimona is a traditional dish from Uttar Pradesh. Peas are the main ingredient in this comforting recipe.<\/p>\n

Traditionally, fresh green peas are coarsely ground. They are then cooked with potatoes and simple Indian spices.<\/p>\n

However, our recipe is slightly different.<\/p>\n

We are using dried peas preserved from the winter season<\/strong> instead of fresh green peas.<\/p>\n

First, the dried peas are soaked in water. Then, they are coarsely ground.<\/p>\n

After that, the ground peas are roasted in a little oil. This removes their raw taste. It also develops a deeper and richer flavor.<\/p>\n

Finally, potatoes and simple homemade spices are added. Everything is slowly cooked together until tender.<\/p>\n

The result is a flavorful and comforting UP-style Matar Nimona.<\/p>\n

Traditional Way to Store Winter Peas<\/h3>\n

I learned this traditional method from my grandmother and elders in our family.<\/p>\n

Fresh peas were widely available in our village during winter. Therefore, families would preserve some peas for later use.<\/p>\n

The peas were ground and dried thoroughly. Once completely dry, they were stored safely.<\/p>\n

This made it possible to use peas even after winter was over.<\/p>\n

This traditional method was particularly helpful during the rainy season. Vegetables were sometimes less readily available during that period.<\/p>\n

Proper storage is important when preserving food. You can also read the FoodSafety.gov Food Safety Charts<\/a><\/span><\/span> for general food-storage and safety guidance.<\/p>\n

This traditional preservation method is what makes our Matar Ka Nimona recipe special.<\/p>\n

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Make traditional UP-style Matar Ka Nimona using peas dried and stored during winter. This comforting recipe combines peas, potatoes and simple Indian spices for a delicious meal.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":347,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","template":"","recipes":[168,29,172,2],"cuisine":[76,85],"meal_type":[97],"class_list":["post-345","recipe","type-recipe","status-publish","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","recipes-desi-recipes","recipes-dinner-recipes","recipes-sabzi-recipes","recipes-veg-recipes","cuisine-indian-cuisine","cuisine-uttar-pradesh-cuisine","meal_type-dinner-recipes"],"acf":{"recipe_hero_image":347,"recipe_badge":"UP Special","prep_time":"15 minutes","cook_time":"25 minutes","total_time":"40 minutes","servings":"4","calories":"150 kcal","recipe_keywords":"Matar Ka Nimona, Matar Nimona Recipe, UP Style Nimona, Dried Peas Nimona, Green Peas Nimona, Nimona Recipe, UP Special Recipe, Traditional Nimona","recipe_rating":5,"recipe_rating_count":5,"youtube_url":"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=lZW1pw4tmj4","ingredients":[{"ingredient":"Dried Peas","quantity":" 1 cup"},{"ingredient":"Onion","quantity":" 1 small"},{"ingredient":"Garlic Cloves","quantity":" 7\u20138"},{"ingredient":"Green Chilies","quantity":" 2\u20133"},{"ingredient":"Fresh Coriander","quantity":" A little"},{"ingredient":"Potato","quantity":"1"},{"ingredient":"Oil","quantity":" 4 teaspoons"},{"ingredient":"Fenugreek Seeds","quantity":" A little"},{"ingredient":"Asafoetida (Hing)","quantity":" 1 pinch"},{"ingredient":"Turmeric Powder","quantity":" \u00bd teaspoon"},{"ingredient":"Coriander Powder","quantity":" 1 teaspoon"},{"ingredient":"Salt","quantity":" \u00bd teaspoon or to taste"},{"ingredient":"Water","quantity":" 1\u20131\u00bd glasses"}],"steps":[{"step_title":"Soak the Dried Peas","instruction":"Soak the dried peas in water for 2\u20133 hours. Once they have softened and expanded, drain all the water and keep the peas aside."},{"step_title":"Prepare the Masala Paste","instruction":"Add chopped onion, garlic cloves, green chilies and fresh coriander to a mixer jar. Grind everything into a fine paste and keep it aside."},{"step_title":"Coarsely Grind the Peas","instruction":"Add the soaked peas to a mixer jar and grind them slightly coarse. Do not make a smooth paste. A coarse texture gives Matar Ka Nimona its traditional consistency."},{"step_title":"Roast the Ground Peas","instruction":"Heat 2 teaspoons of oil in a kadai. Add the coarsely ground peas and roast over low heat for 4\u20135 minutes. Keep stirring until the raw smell disappears and the peas become slightly brown and separate."},{"step_title":"Prepare the Masala","instruction":"Heat about 2 teaspoons of oil in the same kadai. Add fenugreek seeds and let them crackle. Add a pinch of asafoetida, followed by the prepared onion, garlic and green chili paste. Cook over low heat until aromatic."},{"step_title":"Add the Spices","instruction":"Add \u00bd teaspoon turmeric powder and 1 teaspoon coriander powder. Mix well and roast everything over low heat until the masala is cooked and aromatic."},{"step_title":"Add the Peas and Potato","instruction":"Add the roasted peas and chopped potato to the prepared masala. Mix everything well so the peas and potato are evenly coated with the spices."},{"step_title":"Add Water and Salt","instruction":"Pour in about 1\u20131\u00bd glasses of water. Add \u00bd teaspoon salt, or adjust it according to your taste. Mix everything well."},{"step_title":"Cook the Matar Ka Nimona","instruction":"Cover the kadai and cook over low heat for 4\u20135 minutes. Check the potato. If it is still firm, cover again and cook for another 2\u20133 minutes."},{"step_title":"Serve Hot","instruction":"Once the potato is soft and the Matar Ka Nimona is properly cooked, turn off the heat. Serve it hot with roti, paratha, puri or rice."}],"chef_tips":null,"recipe_faq_heading":"Frequently Asked Questions","recipe_ending_content":"

This traditional method lets you enjoy delicious Matar Ka Nimona even when fresh peas are out of season<\/strong>.<\/p>\r\n

The recipe is simple. It also does not require a long list of spices.<\/p>\r\n

The most interesting part is the traditional method of preserving winter peas. It brings back memories of the cooking techniques used by our grandmothers.<\/p>\r\n

If you enjoy traditional pea recipes, don't forget to try our Desi Style Matar Paneer Recipe<\/a><\/strong> as well.<\/p>\r\n

How do you prepare Matar Ka Nimona at home? Does your family know this dish by another name?<\/p>\r\n

Share your experience in the comments.<\/p>\r\n

If you enjoyed this recipe, explore more traditional recipes on Meenraz Cooking<\/strong>. You can also subscribe to our YouTube channel to support us and discover our upcoming recipes.<\/p>\r\n\r\n

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