Black Eyed Peas Masala

We love the taste of Black eyes peas in our home and I like how convenient it is to cook, with no prior soaking needed! This is a simple way of cooking, exactly similar to other dals.

What you’ll need:

  • Black Eyed Peas  – 2 cups
  • Oil for seasoning – 1 tbsp
  • Black Mustard Seeds – 1 tsp
  • Jeera/Cumin Seeds – 1 tsp
  • Hing/Asafoetida – 1/4 tsp
  • Onion – 1 (chopped)
  • Garlic – 2 to 4 cloves
  • Ginger – 1 inch piece (finely chopped)
  • Green Chilies – 2 to 4 (or to taste)
  • Turmeric Powder – 1 tsp
  • Tomato Paste – 1 1/2 tbsp
  • Salt to taste
  • Cilantro – a small bunch finely chopped

Method:

1. Wash and cook the Black Eyed Peas with sufficient water. I use my pressure cooker.

2. In a large pot, add the Oil and its slightly warm, add Mustard and Cumin Seeds and Hing and let splutter.

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3. Add the Chopped Onion, Ginger, Garlic, Chilies and saute until the Onion gets soft. Add Turmeric Powder.

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4. Add the cooked Black Eyed Peas, Tomato Paste and sufficient water. Bring to boil.

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5. Cook on medium-low for 4-5 mins until everything is well incorporated. Turn off heat and top with Cilantro.

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6. Serve hot with Rice or Roti. Enjoy!!

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