Chawli Curry | Maharashtrian Style Black Eyed Peas Curry | Easy & Healthy Lobia Masala Recipe

coconut milk

🥗Healthier: almond milk

💰Cheaper: water + cornstarch

Almond milk reduces calories while still adding creaminess.

ginger

🥗Healthier: fresh turmeric

💰Cheaper: ground ginger

Ground ginger is more accessible and less expensive.

green chili

🥗Healthier: bell pepper

💰Cheaper: jalapeño

Jalapeño adds heat and is often cheaper.

fresh cilantro

🥗Healthier: parsley

💰Cheaper: dried cilantro

Dried cilantro is a cost-effective alternative.

Soak 1 cup of black eyed peas overnight or for a minimum of 3 to 4 hours.

Dry roast desiccated coconut on low flame until golden brown, then let it cool.

Heat 1 tablespoon of oil in a pan and sauté 2 medium-sized sliced onions until golden brown.

Add 4-5 crushed garlic cloves, 1 inch of crushed ginger, and 1 crushed green chili; sauté until fragrant.

Add 1 medium-sized chopped tomato and salt to help it cook faster; wait for it to become soft and mushy.

Stir in 1/4 teaspoon turmeric powder, 1/2 teaspoon cumin powder, 1 1/2 teaspoons coriander powder, and 1 1/2 teaspoons red Kashmir chili powder; sauté for 30 seconds.

Add a little warm water to prevent the masala from burning and then add 1 teaspoon fennel seeds.

Turn off the flame and let the masala cool down before transferring it to a mixer grinder with the roasted coconut and some water to make a smooth paste.

In a pressure cooker, heat 1 tablespoon of oil and add 4 cloves, 1 black cardamom, 2-3 peppercorns, 1 green cardamom, 1 cinnamon stick, and 1 bay leaf to infuse flavor.

Add the prepared masala to the pressure cooker along with the soaked black eyed peas and mix well.

Check for salt and adjust as necessary; add more water if needed, then cover and pressure cook for 2-3 whistles.

After 2-3 whistles, turn off the flame and let the pressure settle before opening the lid.

If the curry is too spicy, add a little sugar to balance the flavor and sprinkle some garam masala on top before serving.

Cooking Techniques

Equipment Needed

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