Black Eye Beans Curry

Ingredients:

• 1 cup dried black-eyed beans
• 2 tablespoons oil (vegetable or mustard oil)
• 1 onion, finely chopped
• 2 tomatoes, finely chopped
• 2-3 garlic cloves, minced
• 1-inch piece of ginger, grated
• 2 green chilies, slit lengthwise
• 1 teaspoon cumin seeds
• 1 teaspoon turmeric powder
• 1 teaspoon coriander powder
• 1/2 teaspoon red chili powder (adjust to taste)
• 1/2 teaspoon garam masala
• Salt to taste
• Fresh coriander leaves for garnish

Instructions:

1. Prepare the Black-eyed Beans:

   • Rinse the black-eyed beans under cold water and soak them in water for at least 4 hours or overnight. Drain and rinse before using.

2. Cook the Black-eyed Beans:

   • In a pressure cooker or large pot, add the soaked and drained black-eyed beans along with enough water to cover them by about an inch.
   • Pressure cook for 2-3 whistles or cook in a pot until the beans are tender but not mushy. Drain and set aside.

3. Make the Curry:

   • Heat oil in a large pan or kadhai over medium heat. Add cumin seeds and let them splutter.
   • Add chopped onions and sauté until they turn translucent.

4. Add Aromatics:

   • Add minced garlic, grated ginger, and slit green chilies to the pan. Sauté for a couple of minutes until aromatic.

5. Add Spices:

   • Lower the heat and add turmeric powder, coriander powder, and red chili powder to the pan. Mix well and cook for a minute to toast the spices.

6. Add Tomatoes:

   • Add chopped tomatoes to the pan. Cook until they turn soft and mushy, and the oil starts to separate from the masala.

7. Add Cooked Beans:

   • Add the cooked black-eyed beans to the pan along with some salt. Mix well to coat the beans with the masala.

8. Simmer:

   • Add a little water if the mixture seems dry. Cover and simmer the curry for 8-10 minutes, stirring occasionally, to allow the flavors to meld together.

9. Garnish and Serve:

   • Once the curry reaches the desired consistency and the flavors have developed, remove from heat.
   • Garnish with fresh coriander leaves.
   • Serve hot with rice or roti.

Enjoy the comforting and flavorful Black-eyed Beans Curry as a delicious main course dish in your meal! Adjust the spice levels according to your taste preference.