Nimona

Introduction

Nimona is a winter favorite in eastern Uttar Pradesh, made using crushed fresh green peas and whole spices. It’s rustic and full of earthy flavor.

Ingredients:

• 1½ cups fresh green peas (coarsely crushed)
• 1 potato, diced
• 1 onion, 1 tomato
• 1 tsp ginger-garlic paste
• Spices: cumin, bay leaf, garam masala
• Salt, mustard oil

Instructions:

1. Heat oil, sauté cumin, bay leaf, onions, ginger-garlic.
2. Add tomato and dry spices. Cook well.
3. Add potatoes, crushed peas, little water.
4. Cover and simmer till soft and flavorful.

Pro Tips:

• Use fresh peas, not frozen, for taste.
• Mustard oil gives it an authentic punch.

Serving Suggestions:

• Serve with paratha or plain rice.

Fun Fact:
Nimona is so beloved it has variations like “matar ka nimona” and “soya nimona.”