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Alasandalu kura (Black-eyed peas curry)
Alasandalu kura (Black-eyed peas curry)
Prep Time
10 Mins
Cook Time
25 Mins
Servings
4
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Ingredients
1 Cup Dry Alasandalu (Black Eyed Peas)
1 Medium Sized Onion Thinly Sliced
1 Roma Tomato Finley Chopped or Pureed
2 Tablespoons Olive oil
2 small chopped Green Chillies or to taste
1.5 Teaspoons Finely Chopped Ginger
1 Teaspoon Finely Chopped Garlic
1 Teaspoon Red Chilly Powder
1 Teaspoon Coriander Powder
1/2 Teaspoon Cumin Powder
1/4 Teaspoon Turmeric Powder
Salt to Taste
2 Tablespoons Fresh Coriander (Cilantro Leaves)
1/2 Teaspoon Sugar (Optional)
1/2 Teaspoon Kasoori Methi Powder
Cooking Procedure
1
Wash and soak the black eyed beans (alasandalu) for 4 - 6 hrs. After soaking, drain the water, wash again and keep aside.
2
Heat a pressure cooker on medium heat, add the oil. When the oil is ready add chopped green chillies and onions. Fry the onions till they turn light brown in color. Add the ginger and garlic, mix well. Then add the chopped/ pureed tomato.
3
Reduce the heat to medium low and add the dry spices, turmeric, redchilly powder, cumin and coriander powder. Mix well and cook till oil starts to separate from the edges.
4
Now add the soaked beans. Cook them on medium heat till all the water evaporates. Now add 3 cups of water and pressure cook on medium high heat till 1 whistle. Then lower the heat to medium low and cook for 5 more mins.
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