This is a delicious village red cowpea recipe | mali cooking

cowpeas

🥗Healthier: lentils

💰Cheaper: chickpeas

Lentils are high in protein and fiber, while chickpeas are more affordable.

coconut milk

🥗Healthier: almond milk

💰Cheaper: evaporated milk

Almond milk is lower in calories, and evaporated milk is often less expensive.

curry powder

🥗Healthier: homemade spice blend

💰Cheaper: turmeric and paprika

Homemade blends can be healthier and cheaper.

green chili

🥗Healthier: bell pepper

💰Cheaper: jalapeño

Bell peppers add sweetness without heat, while jalapeños are often cheaper.

Soak cowpeas in water overnight.

Drain and rinse the soaked cowpeas.

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

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

Stir in minced garlic and ginger; cook for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.

Add diced tomatoes and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.

Mix in curry powder, cumin, coriander, and bay leaves; cook for 2 minutes.

Pour in coconut milk and bring to a simmer.

Add cowpeas and season with salt and black pepper; stir well.

Cover and cook on low heat for 30-40 minutes until cowpeas are tender.

Stir in chopped cilantro and lemon juice before serving.

Serve hot with rice or flatbread.

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