Masala Maggi with Peas

Ingredients

• 2 packs Maggi noodles (2-minute or quick-cook)
• 500 ml Water
• 1/2 medium Onion, finely chopped
• 1 medium Tomato, finely chopped
• 1/2 cup Green peas (fresh or frozen)
• 1 tbsp Cooking oil
• 1 tsp Ginger-garlic paste(optional)
• 1/2 tsp Red chili powder(optional)
• 1/4 tsp Turmeric powder(optional)
• 1/4 tsp Garam masala(optional)
• to taste Salt(optional)
• 1 pack Maggi masala sachet(optional)
• 2 tbsp Fresh coriander leaves, chopped(optional)

Instructions

1. 1

   Prep (about 5 minutes): Chop the onion and tomato, and measure peas and spices. Keep water ready.

2. 2

   Cook noodles (about 3 minutes): Boil 500 ml water, add Maggi noodles, and cook until just tender (about 2–3 minutes). Drain, reserving a few tablespoons of water if needed. Keep the noodles aside.

3. 3

   Make masala (about 5 minutes): In a pan, heat oil. Add onion and cook until soft (about 2 minutes). Add ginger-garlic paste (if using) and cook 30 seconds. Add tomato, turmeric, chili powder, and salt; cook until tomatoes break down (about 2 minutes). Stir in peas and cook until heated through (about 1 minute).

4. 4

   Combine (about 2 minutes): Add drained noodles to the masala. Add the Maggi masala sachet and garam masala (if using). Toss well, adding a splash of reserved water only if the mixture looks dry. Cook 1–2 minutes until evenly coated.

5. 5

   Serve: Turn off heat, top with coriander, and serve hot.