Black eyed beans (Lobia) ( اللوبيا بالطريقة المصرية )

black-eyed peas

🥗Healthier: lentils

💰Cheaper: canned beans

Lentils are high in protein and cheaper than dried black-eyed peas.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Avocado oil is healthier while canola oil is more affordable.

Soak black-eyed peas overnight in water.

Drain and rinse soaked peas before cooking.

Heat olive oil in a pot over medium heat until shimmering.

Add chopped onion and sauté until translucent, about 5 minutes.

Stir in minced garlic and cook until fragrant, about 1 minute.

Add diced tomatoes and bell pepper, cooking until softened, about 5 minutes.

Sprinkle in cumin and coriander, stirring to combine for 1 minute.

Pour in vegetable broth and add bay leaves.

Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 30-40 minutes until peas are tender.

Remove bay leaves and stir in chopped parsley and lemon juice.

Season with salt and black pepper to taste.

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