Mattar Paneer is a flavorful curry of paneer cubes and green peas cooked in a spiced tomato-onion gravy. It's enriched with garam masala, kasuri methi, and optionally, cream or yogurt. This dish is best enjoyed with roti, naan, or rice.
Payasam is a creamy dessert made by simmering roasted rice or vermicelli in milk, sweetened with jaggery, and flavored with cardamom. It's garnished with fried cashews and raisins, adding a delightful crunch. Served warm or chilled, it's a rich and aromatic treat.
To make pedha at home, heat ghee and milk, mix in milk powder and condensed milk, cook until thickened, and flavor with cardamom and saffron. Shape into small balls or discs, garnish with nuts, and let cool completely.