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Spiced Pea Stew With Yogurt

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This Spiced Pea Stew With Yogurt is a comforting, Persian-inspired vegetarian dish packed with flavor from cumin, turmeric, and ginger. Sweet peas simmer into a rich, hearty stew, finished with a vibrant sesame-cilantro topping and a cool swirl of yogurt. It’s easy, nourishing, and perfect for weeknight dinners or cozy weekend meals.

  • Author: Julia
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 55 minutes
  • Total Time: 1 hour 10 minutes
  • Yield: Serves 4–6
  • Category: Main Dish
  • Method: Stovetop Simmering
  • Cuisine: Persian-Inspired, Middle Eastern
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Ingredients

3 cups frozen peas (reserve ½ cup for garnish)

1 large onion, chopped

3 cloves garlic, minced

1 tbsp fresh ginger, grated

1½ tsp ground cumin

1 tsp ground turmeric

2–3 tbsp olive oil

Salt and black pepper, to taste

1 tbsp sesame seeds, toasted

2 tbsp fresh cilantro, chopped

½ cup plain yogurt (for serving)

3–4 cups water or vegetable broth

Instructions

In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Sauté chopped onion until soft and golden, about 10 minutes.

Stir in garlic, ginger, cumin, and turmeric. Cook for 1–2 minutes until fragrant.

Add frozen peas (reserving ½ cup for garnish) and pour in water or broth. Bring to a simmer.

Reduce heat and simmer gently for 45–50 minutes, until peas are tender and flavors meld.

Meanwhile, crush toasted sesame seeds and mix with reserved peas and chopped cilantro to make a garnish.

Once stew has thickened, ladle into bowls.

Top each bowl with the pea-sesame garnish and a drizzle of plain yogurt. Serve warm.

Notes

For a vegan version, use plant-based yogurt.

Add diced tomatoes or tomato paste for more depth.

Stir in cooked lentils or chickpeas for extra protein.

Blend part of the stew for a creamier texture.

Adjust spice level with cayenne or green chili, if desired.

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