Baby Corn & Peas Masala Curry
Another fusion recipe from my kitchen is Baby Corn & Peas Masala Curry. I like baby corn and I love to try fusion cooking as I try to blend different cultures to create a unique recipe of my own effectively. Crunchy vegetables are my favourite. And baby corn is crunchy and we usually use it in stir-fried veggies. Just 3-4 inches in size baby corn is available with its husk or shucked. Baby corn doesn’t have a strong taste of its own but it soaks up masala and spices well and the resultant taste is succulent and full of flavor.
Corn & Childhood
Corn always reminds me of my childhood. Mom used to buy corn that had an ear of additional baby corn growing on it and give it to me. I would open it gently and the golden corn silks would be in my hand. We did not have many dolls to play with it and made our own dolls I would use this corn hair to decorate my doll. The golden hair of the corn reminded me of Rapunzel and her golden hair. How I digress from my cooking.
First started in Thailand baby corn is available all over but is used more in Asian cooking and we use it extensively in Asian cooking, They have publicized baby corn as one of the healthiest vegetables to add to your salads or stir-fries. My Baby Corn & Peas Masala Curry is almost like a regular Punjabi dish tossed in an assortment of spices but with a slight twist; I blended my cooked masala for a smoother gravy.
Recipe for Baby Corn & Peas Masala Curry
Ingredients
200 gms baby corn cobs chopped into 1-inch
1/4th cup green peas fresh or frozen
½ red capsicum chopped into ½-inch cubes
1 tsp cumin seeds
2tbsp oil
1 tsp Kasuri Methi
¼ tsp garam masala optional
1 bay leaf
½ tsp chilli powder
1 tbsp ginger garlic paste
½ tsp turmeric powder
1 large onion chopped fine
2 tomatoes pureed
1 tsp coriander powder
METHOD
First, take a pan and add the oil. Once hot add the cumin, then the bay leaf, ginger–garlic paste and sauté till brown.
Next, add onions and sauté until golden brown and if the masala is sticking to the pan, you can add a little water but let the onions become nicely brown.
Subsequently, add the turmeric and chilli powder to get a really nice spicy masala. Now, add the tomato puree and sauté till the oil leaves the sides.
Baby Corn & Peas Masala Curry
Next, transfer the masala into a blender and blitz for a few seconds.
Consequently, pour it back into the pan and add the peas and corn, the salt, and coriander powder.
Add a little water cover with the lid and simmer till the corn is done.
While the corn is cooking sauté the red pepper in 1 spoon of oil for a minute and remove it to a plate.
The corn is done and ready so now you can add the fried red pepper.
Transfer the Baby Corn & Peas Masala Curry to a serving bowl and garnish with fresh coriander leaves or sweet basil as I did. Take a spoonful and bite into the luscious juicy corn oozing with flavour; it is so delectable.
Serve Baby Corn & Peas Masala Curry hot with steamed rice, jeera rice, roti, naan, or bread.
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Looks yummy
I have always had baby corn in southeast asian cuisine, curries and fried rice. Never had it this way with pea curry and Indian style. Would surely like to try this.
I have used baby corn only to make mixed veg. My husband and son are south Indian food fanatics, so I don’t get to make north Indian curries much. Those are reserved for the weekends alone. Thanks for sharing this recipe. Will try it. Looks easy to make.
Looking at the image of the dish all I can say its yummy. Baby Corn I had several times in various forms. Sometimes in Mix veg, sometimes as a starter snack, even I had it in soup too and fried rice. But curry I never tried in my kitchen but now its time to try that too because of your super yummy recipe. Will definitely try this out soon.
I never tasted baby corn yet. I don’t know why but always conscious about the taste. Your recipe is easy and looks tempting. So this year I am going to try those recipe which I never eat. First will this for sure Jeet.
Baby corn has been one of my kiddos favourite veggie. We’re not huge corn eaters so I’m guessing they like it not because of the taste but more of the appearance. Who wouldn’t be interested in having a miniature of something else. Anyways, this recipe would surely be a hit for them too! Thanks for sharing!
I loved the masalas you used. I usually cook baby corn with sauces. This is something different. I will surely try it. I agree with you about the taste. It is like urad ki dal. It absorbs the flavors of the other ingredients you put in.
I love baby corn and i always put them in my mix veg, byt never tried baby corn and peas. This Baby Corn & Peas Masala Curry recipe sounds absolutely delicious! I love the idea of blending the masala for a smoother texture, and the addition of sweet red peppers sautéed separately must add a lovely crunch. Can’t wait to try this out
I am not a fan of baby corn but your recipe is too good to resist. Would love to try out this masala version. I love your recipes and am sure I will enjoy this one too. Maybe you could have a convert 😀 Thanks for sharing the recipe.
Apart from stir fry veggies, I don’t think I have eaten baby corn in another subji style. This recipe looks interesting Harjeet. The masalas are different for it and anyway, babycorn doesn’t have a taste of it’s own so I m sure it turns out great after absorbing all the flavors that u have used.
Baby corn Manchurian has taken over mushroom and paneer starters in restaurants according to the current veg starter trends and this one seems to be scrumptious. ✨✨✨
Absolutely loved your recipe! The combo of baby corn and peas was a game-changer. Super easy, even for someone like me who isn’t big on cooking. Didn’t make it myself, but I’ll happily devour it again.
Baby corn and peas These two are my favorite veggies, and I can have them in any form. I would definitely try this curry recipe and will let you know my suggestion. Thanks for the wonderful fusion recipe to prepare.
My daughter loves baby corn it would be lovely to give this a shot, different way of making baby corn. She loves its plain steamed.
This Baby Corn & Peas Masala Curry is versatile, suitable for pairing with various staples like rice, roti, naan, or bread. Thank you for sharing this delightful fusion recipe! I’m sure many readers will be inspired to try it out in their kitchens
Your recipes are lovely. More like comfort foods. I love baby corn and peas which I rarely get to eat at home as I’m the only one who likes them. This will be my happy mean when no one is around at home and I have to cook for myself.
What a unique dish! I love that you enjoy the process of creation in the kitchen so much!