Name: Black Eyed Peas Curry (Lobia Curry)
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 40 min
Yield: 4 People
Cuisine: Indian
Ingredients: 100ml Oil; 1 tsp Cumin Seeds; 2 (diced) Onions; 1 tbsp Garlic Paste; 1 tsp Ginger Paste; 1 tsp Chilli Powder; 1 tsp Cumin Powder; 1/2 tsp Turmeric Powder; 1 tsp Coriander Powder; 1 tsp Salt; 1 tbsp Dried Fenugreek; 3 (diced) Tomatoes; 300g Black Eyed Peas (Boiled); 500ml Water; handful (chopped) Coriander

Recipe Summary

A flavorful and hearty vegetarian curry made with black eyed peas, cooked in a rich onion and tomato gravy with aromatic Indian spices. This comforting dish is perfect for a satisfying lunch or dinner.

All Ingredients - Main Ingredients

Oil 100ml
Cumin Seeds 1 tsp
Onions 2 (diced)
Garlic Paste 1 tbsp
Ginger Paste 1 tsp
Chilli Powder 1 tsp
Cumin Powder 1 tsp
Turmeric Powder 1/2 tsp
Coriander Powder 1 tsp
Salt 1 tsp
Dried Fenugreek 1 tbsp
Tomatoes 3 (diced)
Black Eyed Peas (Boiled) 300g
Water 500ml
Coriander handful (chopped)

Step-by-Step Instructions

Step 1: Heat Oil and Sauté Cumin Seeds

Heat 100ml of oil in a pan. Add 1 tsp of cumin seeds and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant.

Step 2: Cook Onions

Add 2 diced onions to the pan. Cook for 4-5 minutes until they turn golden brown.

Step 3: Add Garlic and Ginger Paste

Add 1 tbsp of garlic paste and 1 tsp of ginger paste. Sauté for 1 minute until the raw smell disappears.

Step 4: Add Dry Spices

Add 1 tsp chilli powder, 1 tsp cumin powder, 1/2 tsp turmeric powder, 1 tsp coriander powder, and 1 tsp salt. Mix well and cook for 3-4 minutes on medium heat until the spices are well combined and fragrant.

Step 5: Cook Tomatoes

Add 3 diced tomatoes to the pan. Cook for 4-5 minutes on medium heat until the tomatoes soften and the oil starts to separate.

Step 6: Add Black Eyed Peas

Add 300g of boiled black eyed peas to the mixture. Mix thoroughly and cook for 3-4 minutes on medium heat, ensuring the peas are well coated with the masala.

Step 7: Simmer the Curry

Pour in 500ml of water. Stir well, then cover the pan and cook for 15 minutes on low heat to allow the flavors to meld and the curry to thicken.

Step 8: Garnish and Serve

Uncover the pan, stir the curry, and then add a handful of fresh chopped coriander. Mix gently and serve hot.

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Recipe Summary

All Ingredients - Main Ingredients

Step-by-Step Instructions

Step 1: Heat Oil and Sauté Cumin Seeds

Step 2: Cook Onions

Step 3: Add Garlic and Ginger Paste

Step 4: Add Dry Spices

Step 5: Cook Tomatoes

Step 6: Add Black Eyed Peas

Step 7: Simmer the Curry

Step 8: Garnish and Serve

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