Low Carb Peas Curry

Experience the vibrant flavors of this Low Carb Peas Curry, a quick and nutritious one-pot dish perfect for busy weeknights or light, guilt-free meals. Infused with aromatic spices like cumin, turmeric, and garam masala, this creamy curry features tender green peas simmered in a rich, coconut milk-tomato sauce. Ready in just 35 minutes, it delivers bold, satisfying flavors while keeping the carb count low. Ideal for those following a low-carb or vegetarian lifestyle, this curry is as versatile as it is delicious—serve it on its own, over cauliflower rice, or alongside your favorite keto flatbread. Garnished with fresh cilantro, this wholesome dish is as vibrant in taste as it is in color!

Nutriscore Rating: 80/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 1 teaspoon Cumin seeds
• 1 medium Onion, finely chopped
• 3 Garlic cloves, minced
• 1 teaspoon Ginger, grated
• 2 Green chillies, finely chopped
• 0.5 teaspoon Turmeric powder
• 1 teaspoon Coriander powder
• 0.5 teaspoon Cumin powder
• 0.5 teaspoon Garam masala
• 0.75 teaspoon Salt
• 1 cup Crushed tomatoes
• 0.5 cup Coconut milk
• 1.5 cups Frozen green peas
• 0.25 cup Fresh cilantro, chopped

Directions

Step 1

Heat the olive oil in a large frying pan over medium heat.

Step 2

Add cumin seeds to the hot oil and sauté for about 30 seconds until they start to crackle.

Step 3

Add the chopped onion and cook until they are soft and translucent, approximately 5 minutes.

Step 4

Stir in the minced garlic, grated ginger, and finely chopped green chillies. Sauté for 2 minutes until fragrant.

Step 5

Add turmeric powder, coriander powder, cumin powder, and salt to the onions. Mix well and cook for another 1 minute.

Step 6

Pour in the crushed tomatoes, stir to combine with spices, and let it cook uncovered for about 5 minutes, allowing the tomatoes to reduce.

Step 7

Reduce the heat to low, then add coconut milk, stirring to incorporate it into the sauce.

Step 8

Add the frozen green peas into the sauce. Stir well, increase the heat to medium, cover, and let it simmer for 5-7 minutes until the peas are cooked and the sauce thickens.

Step 9

Sprinkle garam masala over the curry, stir, and cook for 2 more minutes.

Step 10

Finish by garnishing with fresh cilantro and serve hot.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(838.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	640.2

Total Fat 32.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 4.8g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 1853.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 77.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 21.9g	0%
Total Sugars 35.2g
Protein 18.8g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 240.7mg	0%
Iron 11.5mg	0%
Potassium 1725.8mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 42.9%

Protein: 11.2%

Carbs: 45.9%