Cabbage Peas Sabzi

Motivated by Rachael Ray's 30 minute meals, I have decided to make a list of curries that go well with rice or roti and which can be made in less than 30 minutes (including preparation time). These are recipes I turn to when I have a hungry restless person/people to feed.

Ingredients:
For 4 servings
Oil: 2 tbsp
Mustard seeds: 1/2 tsp (rai, awalu)
Urad dal: 1 tsp (minapappu)
Chana dal: 1 tbsp (senagapappu)
Cumin seeds: 1/2 tsp (zeera)
Red chilies: 3
Garlic: 3 cloves
Turmeric: 1/4 tsp
Asafoetida: a pinch (hing, ingua)
Cabbage: 1/2 medium, shredded
Peas: 1 cup (frozen)

Method:
To a large saucepan, add 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil. Add the chana dal, urad dal, cumin seeds, mustard, asafoetida, turmeric, red chili's, garlic(in this order). Saute for a few seconds, till the chana dal changes to a golden color.
Add the peas, mix to coat with oil and spices.
Add cabbage, mix to coat with oil and spices.
Cook UNCOVERED for 15 minutes till cabbage is cooked, but doesn't get soggy.
Add salt and chili powder. Mix.
Serve hot with rice or roti. Makes a great accompaniment with daal and rice.

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Nutritional Information:
For one serving or 1/4 of recipe, i.e., 167 gms:
Calories: 144
Calories from fat: 71
Total fat: 8 gms (13% of DV)
Saturated fat: 1 gm (6% of DV)
Trans fats: 0 mg
Cholesterol: 0 mg
Sodium: 644 mg
Carbohydrate: 16 gm (5% of DV)
Dietary fiber: 6 gm (24% of DV)
Sugars: 6 gm
Protein: 5 gm

Vitamin A: 41%
Vitamin C: 76%
Calcium: 8%
Iron: 10%

Percent daily values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. Values may change based on individual requirement.

Breakdown of caloric values:
Carbohydrates: 39% Fats: 50% Proteins: 11%