Black-eyed Peas Curry Recipe: Lobia Masala Curry

coconut milk

🥗Healthier: almond milk

💰Cheaper: water + cornstarch

Almond milk reduces calories while maintaining creaminess.

ginger

🥗Healthier: turmeric

💰Cheaper: ginger powder

Ginger powder is more accessible and has a longer shelf life.

green chili

🥗Healthier: jalapeño

💰Cheaper: bell pepper

Bell pepper provides flavor without the heat.

garam masala

🥗Healthier: curry powder

💰Cheaper: mixed spices

Mixed spices can mimic flavors at a lower cost.

Soak black-eyed peas for 4 to 5 hours.

Drain and rinse the soaked black-eyed peas.

Heat oil in a large pot over medium heat.

Add chopped onions and sauté until translucent.

Stir in mashed garlic, julienned ginger, and slit green chillies; cook until aromatic.

Add chopped tomatoes and cook until soft.

Stir in turmeric powder, coriander powder, red chilli powder, and salt; cook briefly.

Add the soaked black-eyed peas and stir to combine.

Pour in water and bring to a boil.

Reduce heat, cover, and simmer until peas are tender.

Stir in garam masala and cook for an additional few minutes.

Garnish with chopped coriander leaves before serving.

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