Cumin Infused Peas

This quick recipe uses a few basic spices to jazz u fresh peas (or frozen).

2 tablespoons vegetable oil

1/2 teaspoon brown mustard seeds 

1 teaspoon ground cumin 

1/2 teaspoon ground coriander 

1/4 teaspoon chili powder 

1/4 teaspoon turmeric 

1/4 teaspoon salt

2 cups fresh peas, or thawed if frozen 

1 teaspoon freshly squeezed lemon juice

1 - Heat the oil in a skillet over medium heat.  Add the mustard seeds and fry, stirring constantly, 

30 seconds or until they splutter.  Be careful not to burn. 

2 - Stir in the cumin, coriander, chili powder, turmeric, salt and peas and continue frying for 

2 minutes longer. 

3 - Sprinkle the lemon juice and 2 tablespoons water over the peas.  Continue cooking 1 minute 

longer, or until the peas are tender.  Serve hot, or cool completely.  

Recipe from Easy Indian Cookbook