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LIGHT AND NUTRITIOUS PEA & CHEESE CURRY WITH BROCCOLI SOUFFLÉ

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LIGHT AND NUTRITIOUS PEA & CHEESE CURRY WITH BROCCOLI SOUFFLÉ

LIGHT AND NUTRITIOUS PEA & CHEESE CURRY WITH BROCCOLI SOUFFLÉ

Enjoy two wholesome, vitamin-packed dishes that are both flavorful and guilt-free. The pea curry is rich in vitamins C, K, magnesium, B-complex, iron, and fiber. The broccoli soufflé delivers nearly twice the daily recommended vitamin C, plus a good dose of calcium from cottage cheese and telemea cheese, making this duo a perfect healthy meal.

🕒 Prep Time: 15 min

🍳 Cook Time: 30 min
🍽️ Servings: 3

Ingredients

For the Curry:

  • 300 g frozen peas
  • 300 g lightly salted telemea cheese, cubed
  • 100 g passata (or 2 canned tomatoes blended with some juice)
  • 2–3 tbsp plain yogurt
  • 3 tbsp oil
  • Salt, to taste

For the Spice Paste:

  • 2 onions, chopped roughly
  • 3 garlic cloves, peeled
  • 2 cm piece of ginger, chopped
  • 1 bay leaf, torn
  • 1/2 tsp ground cumin
  • 1/2 tsp ground coriander
  • 1/2 tsp turmeric powder
  • 1/4 tsp black peppercorns
  • 1/4 tsp Kashmiri chili powder (or chili to taste)
  • 1 green cardamom pod
  • 3 cloves
  • A pinch of ground cinnamon

Instructions

Spice Paste Preparation

  1. Place onions, garlic, ginger, bay leaf, and all spices into a food processor.
  2. Blend for about 1 minute until a smooth paste forms. If needed, add 2 tbsp water to help blend.

Cooking the Curry

  1. Heat oil in a pan over low heat. Add the spice paste and sauté gently, stirring occasionally, until it dries out and the oil begins to separate from the mixture (about 10 minutes).
  2. Add the passata and cook for 3 minutes, until oil separates at the edges.
  3. Pour in 250 ml water and bring to a boil. Cover and simmer for 5 minutes.
  4. Add cubed telemea cheese and frozen peas, stir well. Cover and simmer gently for 15 minutes.
  5. Remove the lid, season with salt if needed, and cook uncovered for another 5 minutes to reduce the sauce slightly.
  6. Stir in the yogurt and cook for an additional 2–3 minutes, without boiling, to maintain creaminess.

💡 Tips & Serving Suggestions

  • Serve this curry with steamed basmati rice or warm flatbread.
  • Adjust chili quantity to suit your spice tolerance.
  • For a vegan version, substitute telemea with firm tofu and use coconut yogurt.
  • The spice paste can be made ahead and refrigerated for convenience.

🥦 Broccoli Soufflé (Simple, Vitamin-Rich)

Tip: This soufflé pairs perfectly with the curry for a balanced meal full of vitamins and minerals, including a strong boost of vitamin C and calcium.

📝 Final Thoughts

This duo offers a wholesome, vitamin-rich meal that balances lightness and flavor with comforting textures. Enjoy a delicious way to boost your daily nutrient intake while delighting your taste buds!