Morel Mushrooms With Peas Recipe

Name: Morel Mushrooms With Peas
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/2 ounce dried or 12 fresh morel mushrooms; A 1-inch cube of fresh ginger, peeled; 4 cloves garlic, peeled; 3 tablespoons vegetable oil or ghee; 1 teaspoon ground coriander seeds; 2 teaspoons ground cumin seeds; 1/4 teaspoon ground turmeric; 1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper; 6 ounces tomatoes (1 large or 2 small), peeled and minced; 2 cups fresh shelled or defrosted frozen peas; 1 1/2 teaspoons salt; 1/4 teaspoon garam masala

Servings: persons

1/2 ounce dried or 12 fresh morel mushrooms
A 1-inch cube of fresh ginger, peeled
4 cloves garlic, peeled
3 tablespoons vegetable oil or ghee
1 teaspoon ground coriander seeds
2 teaspoons ground cumin seeds
1/4 teaspoon ground turmeric
1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper
6 ounces tomatoes (1 large or 2 small), peeled and minced
2 cups fresh shelled or defrosted frozen peas
1 1/2 teaspoons salt
1/4 teaspoon garam masala

1
Rinse off the dried morels quickly and then leave them to soak in 1 1/2 cups water for 20 to 30 minutes or until they are quite tender; if you are using fresh, there is no need, of course, to soak them.
2
Drain, saving the soaking liquid as you do so.
3
Strain the soaking liquid through a clean piece of cloth and set it aside.
4
Cut each mushroom in half lengthwise.
5
Put the ginger and garlic into the container of a food processor or blender.
6
Add 1/4 cup water and blend until you have a smooth paste.
7
Heat the oil in a 2 1/2- to 3-quart pot over medium heat.
8
When hot, put in the paste from the food processor (keep face averted).
9
Stir and fry for 1 minute.
10
Add the coriander, cumin, turmeric, and cayenne.
11
Stir and fry for another minute.
12
Put in the minced tomato.
13
Stir and fry for about 3 minutes, gently mashing the pieces of tomato with the back of your stirring spoon.
14
You should end up with a relatively smooth paste.
15
Now put in the morels, their strained soaking liquid (or 1 1/2 cups water, if you are using fresh morels), the peas, and the salt.
16
Bring to a simmer.
17
Cover, lower heat and simmer gently for 10 minutes.
18
Add the garam masala.
19
Stir to mix.

220

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1/2 ounce dried or 12 fresh morel mushrooms, A 1-inch cube of fresh ginger, peeled, 4 cloves garlic, peeled, 3 tablespoons vegetable oil or ghee, and more.

Yes, Morel Mushrooms With Peas falls under the General category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Morel Mushrooms With Peas

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