– Welcome to Priyashiis Kitchen, where we explore delicious and easy-to-make recipes from around the world.
– Today, we will be diving into the wonderful world of lobia, also known as black-eyed peas, and learning how to create a flavorful lobia masala curry.
Ingredients:
– 2 cups of dried lobia (black-eyed peas)
– 1 medium onion, finely chopped
– 2 medium tomatoes, finely chopped
– 2-3 garlic cloves, minced
– 1-inch piece of ginger, grated
– 1 green chili, finely chopped
– 1 teaspoon cumin seeds
– 1 teaspoon turmeric
– 1 teaspoon red chili powder
– 1 teaspoon garam masala
– Salt to taste
– 2 tablespoons oil
– Fresh cilantro for garnish
Lobia Masala Recipe:
– Soak the lobia in water overnight, then drain and rinse thoroughly.
– In a pressure cooker, heat the oil and add the cumin seeds. Once they start to sizzle, add the chopped onions and sauté until golden brown.
– Add the ginger, garlic, and green chili, and sauté for another minute. Then add the chopped tomatoes and cook until they turn mushy.
– Add the turmeric, red chili powder, and salt, and stir well. Then add the drained lobia and enough water to cover them.
– Close the pressure cooker lid and cook for 4-5 whistles, or until the lobia are soft and tender.
– Once done, let the pressure release naturally, then open the lid and add the garam masala. Mix well and let it simmer for a few minutes before turning off the heat.
– Garnish with freshly chopped cilantro and serve hot with rice or roti.
Lobia Curry Recipe:
– For lobia curry, simply follow the same steps as the lobia masala recipe, but add 1 cup of coconut milk or cream after the lobia are cooked. Let it simmer for a few minutes before serving.
Black Eyed Peas Recipe:
– To switch things up, try making a cold black-eyed peas salad by mixing cooked lobia with chopped onions, tomatoes, cucumbers, and a tangy dressing of lemon juice, salt, and pepper.
I hope you enjoy trying out these lobia recipes and add a new, protein-packed dish to your repertoire!