Ingredients:

• 750 gms matar (green peas) frozen or fresh

• 2 medium size onions chopped finely

• 15-20 mint leaves

• 1/2 tbsp chopped garlic

• 1 small green chilli (optional)

• 1/2 tbsp olive oil

• 1 tsp pepper powder

• salt as per taste

• 500 ml water or vegetable stock ( approximate)

Method:

1. Clean and wash the peas. Keep it aside.

2. In a pan heat the oil saute the garlic for a minute then add the onions and cook till translucent. Add the green chilli, mint leaves, peas, salt, pepper and water . Cook till the peas are soft.

3. Remove from flame and allow it to cool.

4. In a mixer or with the help of a blender blend the peas mixture till it becomes a smooth paste.

5. In the same pan cook the peas mixture for about 5 minutes on low flame stirring at intervals . If required water can be added.

6. Remove in soup bowls and serve hot.

Enjoy this yummy and healthy Green Pea soup.