Vatanyachi rassa bhaji (Green peas recipe) - Maharashtrian recipe

Vatanyachi rassa bhaji (Green peas recipe)

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Vatanyachi rassa bhaji also known as Matar (Green Peas) Curry, a popular Indian dish often served with rice or Indian breads like chapati, rice or bhakri.

Here’s a simple recipe for Vatanyachi rassa bhaji:

Ingredients:

For the rassa (gravy):
  • 1 cup green peas (fresh or frozen)
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  • 2 medium onions (finely chopped)
  • 2 medium tomatoes (pureed)
  • 1 tablespoon ginger-garlic paste
  • 2 green chilies (slit)
  • 2 tablespoons oil
  • 1 teaspoon mustard seeds
  • 1 teaspoon cumin seeds
  • 1 pinch asafoetida (hing)
  • 8-10 curry leaves
  • 1 teaspoon turmeric powder
  • 1 teaspoon red chili powder (adjust to taste)
  • 1 teaspoon goda masala (or garam masala)
  • 2 tablespoons roasted peanut powder
  • ½ teaspoon coriander powder
  • Salt to taste
  • 1 cup water (adjust as needed)
  • Fresh coriander leaves (for garnish)

Instructions:

1. Tempering:
  • Heat oil in a pan or pressure cooker 
  • Add mustard seeds, methi seeds, and cumin seeds. Let them splutter.
  • Add asafoetida (hing), curry leaves, and green chilies. SautĆ© until aromatic.
2. Cooking the masala:
  • Add chopped garlic, chopped onions and sautĆ© until they turn golden brown.
  • Add turmeric powder, red chili powder, salt and goda masala, Mix well.
  • Add chopped tomato, stir well and cook until the oil separates from the masala.
4. Cooking the peas:
  • Add green peas, and add water to adjust the consistency of the gravy, mix.
  • Close the lid of the pressure cooker cook on high heat until the first whistle, then reduce the heat to low and let it cook for 2-3 whistle. Turn off the heat and let the pressure release naturally.
3. Incorporating the peanut powder:
  • Open the cooker, Add roasted peanut powder to the peas masala gravy and mix well. This will give the gravy a rich, thick texture.
  • Simmer for another 2-3 minutes to blend the flavors.
6. Final touch:
  • Garnish with freshly chopped coriander leaves and turn off the heat.
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Watch how to make Vatanyachi rassa bhaji:


Serving Suggestions:
  • This Maharashtrian-style Vatanyachi rassa bhaji with Peanut Powder pairs well with bhakri, chapati, or steamed rice.
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The addition of peanut powder adds an earthy, nutty richness to the gravy, making it a delightful regional variation!


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