{"product_id":"laxmi-green-vatana-4-lb","title":"Laxmi Green Vatana 4 Lb","description":"\u003cp\u003eLaxmi Green Vatana 4 lb are premium dried whole green peas — firm, earthy and deeply satisfying in traditional South Asian recipes. Green vatana is the key ingredient in Maharashtrian usal, Goan curry and Mumbai street chaat. Find this pantry essential at Anora's Cash N Carry in Los Angeles.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhat Makes Laxmi Green Vatana Special\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWhole dried green peas — rich in fiber, protein and complex carbohydrates\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e4 lb family value pack for everyday cooking\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEssential for usal, misal pav, ragda pattice and green pea curries\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLaxmi brand — trusted quality for South Asian grocery staples\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow to Use\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eSoak green vatana overnight in plenty of water, then drain and pressure cook for 3–4 whistles until tender. Use in usal with onion-tomato masala, or cook with coconut and spices for a Goan-style curry. They're also great boiled and tossed with chaat masala for a quick street food snack.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow long should I soak green vatana?\u003c\/strong\u003e Soak for 8–10 hours or overnight. This shortens cooking time and aids digestion.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan I sprout these peas?\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes — soak for 8 hours, drain, and leave in a warm spot for 24–36 hours. Sprouted vatana are nutritious additions to salads and stir-fries.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is the difference between vatana and matar?\u003c\/strong\u003e Vatana and matar both refer to peas, but vatana usually refers to the dried whole variety used in curries, while matar typically means fresh or frozen green peas.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAllergen note:\u003c\/strong\u003e May be processed in a facility handling wheat and other legumes. Check the packaging for full allergen details.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Laxmi","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49001896444131,"sku":"61894723","price":5.5,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0793\/2811\/6963\/files\/lx_greenwholepeas_2.webp?v=1781888933","url":"https:\/\/anorascashncarry.com\/products\/laxmi-green-vatana-4-lb","provider":"ANORAS CASH N CARRY ","version":"1.0","type":"link"}