I can be really corny at times.Okay not in terms of food but otherwise 
As far as this veggie goes, I am a big fan of baby corn maybe like many of you and the indian bhutta [roasted corn on the cob] but other than that, all other varieties, not quite for me. In fact, I do not really like vegetables that are sweet.Sweet peas,Sweet potatoes,carrots, tomatoes, beets,butternut squashes etc,I hardly buy except for a few occasions when I have to eat them raw.Still,It occurs to me that I should buy fruits instead.Even if I do buy and cook them,I try to heavily spice them up as far as possible to mellow down the sweetness.
Coming back to corn,well carrying forward the legacy of opposite different tastes, P is a corn lover, especially the american sweet corn.As fast as I run away from sweet corn in foods,he is attracted like a magnet to all the dishes which have corn in some form or the other. Before marriage,I never thought that I will be making a main dish,that too a curry with corn some day.However,a few weeks back I just did that and the rest is history.Infact,making a curry with corn was P’s idea only. This is a nice idea for cold winters when u feel like slurping on curry with hot steamed rice.
Coming to the recipe,if I say the truth,I would just settle with nibbling the peas from this particular curry,but with P this preparation was a huge hit.The slightly sour buttermilk was a really nice addition coz it pepped up the taste of the curry a lot though it was still sweet for me.I settled for the fresh husked white corn which is slightly less sweet and the normal [not the sweet ones] peas variety from a brand which I have finally sought after months of search in grocery stores out here.Below goes the recipe:
What I needed:
- 1.5 cups fresh white corn [or replace with any corn variety you like]
- 1/2 cup frozen or fresh peas
- 1/2 cup finely chopped onions
- 1/2 cup finely chopped Roma tomatoes
- 1 tsp grated garlic
- 1 bay leaf
- 1 tsp turmeric powder
- 2 tsp red chilli powder [adjust to taste]
- 2 tsp dry coriander powder
- a pinch of ground clove powder
- 3/4 cup butter milk [can be replaced equal quantity of plain yogurt mixed with water]
- 3 tbsp oil
- Salt to taste
How I did it :
- In a cooking vessel add the oil and heat it up till the oil starts smoking slightly.
- Add the finely chopped onion and cook till golden brown.After this add the bay leaf & grated garlic and cook for 1-2 minutes.
- Next add the chopped tomatoes along with chilli,coriander,turmeric powder and salt.Cook this masala [ spice mix] on low heat till the oil starts separating from the mix along the sides of the vessel.
- Add the corn and peas to the vessel and cook for 2-3 minutes to combine.
- Lower the heat to minimum and add the buttermilk and clove powder,cover and let the gravy come to a boil on a low heat.You will see the gravy cuddle slightly but that’s okay.You can add some water depending on the consistency you require.
- Once the curry has simmered for 8-10 minutes, remove from heat and serve warm.
Enjoy!
Sending this to My Meatless Mondays
Sending this to Hearth n Soul #26 & Dr Laura’s Tasty Tuesday
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I used to have similar feeling for sweetness in savory dishes (because my mom would immediately turn down such a recipe) but then now over time I have actually come to love a slight sweetness in savory. Sometimes like you know I add a pinch just a pinch of sugar to balance out flavors in curries! It really makes a difference in your final dish sometimes. Anyway but I must say I myself am not a big fan of sweet corn in curries even though I heart sweet corn by itself!
I am a big fan of sweet corn and I often make this curry at home. I use yogurt instead of buttermilk.
The pics are lovely and so is the curry
The sweetcorn curry looks so tempting. I love your recipe and will certainly make this soon!! Love the addition of buttermilk to it. It’s gives it a Gujarati twist to it as we tend to make over curries sweet and sour…Also a bit like the kadhi we make!!
Wat a catchy curried peas and corn, very tempting side dish..
This is a totally new recipe for me…never came across a corn curry recipe before! I usually just make a corn chaat or use it in pilafs or pizzas…thanks for sharing!
I actually love the combination of sweet flavors with savory and this dish seems like it will hit the spot with my taste buds. It looks really good!
Magda
What a beautiful recipe, lovely flavors
Delicious recipe. Love the corn kernel in the curry.
I am not a big fan of sweet corn either. But hubby loves it. I make a similar dish with milk, obviously milk would make it even more sweeter. I like your version though.
Did you ever try the frozen peas from Indian stores? They are not sweet at all.
looks so tempting… nice presentation. love the snaps too. they are awesome!
This is a great dish to have with rice..Amazing pics!!!
Ur pics are lovely and the curry looks awesome… i am like u though.. not a big fan of sweet corn.. but hubby dear loves it
That looks so pretty ! Loved the green and yellow
Lovely pics
Simply amazing !!!
Yummy curry.
I definitely love the sweet and savory combinations! This curry would be an absolutely hit in our house!
Try to balance the sweet veggie with some spice even bitterness, u will be amazed of the dish! This dish looks colorful!
looks so yum, irresistible…
Looks great, love the addition of buttermilk that really enhance the taste of this curry..
This is one colorful yummy looking dish!
Wow! Love corn to the core. And this tempts me more. Lovely recipe.
I am a big fan of corn either. I love the way you cooked it.
I will just love this dish, it is such a good combination. Thank you for sharing and you have a great week.
This sounds delicious to me… and I do love sweet and savory combos!
I bet all of the delicious spices in this dish counteract the sweetness of the corn! What a great idea to satisfy both of you!
now come on in during this climate who doesn’t get corny? am most of the time like that these days….you know during my initial days of cooking i tried curried corn it was big disaster after that didn’t think about it you version is very promising
love ur last pic!
Sweet and savory look well-balanced in your dish. You have two of my favorite ingredients in there. Great pictures.
I love sweet corn and peas – this looks like a delicious dish to me! How wonderful of you to make something for your husband that he loves! Thank you for sharing this with the Hearth and Soul Hop!
The bright golden color of the corn makes the curry look all the more amazing!
yumm, thats a delicious looking curry
, my son loves corn maybe can try a less spicier version.
Hi Tanvi , i love the sweet peas and i think this recipe is another must try from u blog!
Loving the deliciousness and sourness from the buttermilk!
YEah i sure will love this , i have to cook my way thru lods have bookmarked at ut delicious space!
Oh how did I miss this? Hubby’s not fond of corn, but my son and I can just gobble it up in any form. I have to try this recipe for him!
It looks soooooo good!
This looks very tempting! What a great combination of flavors!
I love corn and so does my son! Must try! Looks great