Black-Eyed Peas in a Spicy Goan Curry

hannahactually's Note:

from "5 spices, 50 dishes" by ruta kahate. instead of canned black-eyed peas, 1 c dried black-eyed peas can be used (but they must be rinsed and soaked in water for 6-8 hours)

• Total Time: 55 mins
• Prep Time: 15 mins
• Cook Time: 40 mins

Ingredients:

Servings: 4

• 2 (15 ounce) cans black-eyed peas, drained
• 2 tablespoons canola oil
• 1 small yellow onion, minced
• 1 teaspoon ground coriander
• 1/2 teaspoon garlic, finely grated
• 1/2 teaspoon ginger, finely grated
• 1/2 teaspoon ground turmeric
• 1/2 teaspoon cayenne
• 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1/4 cup tomato, minced
• 1 cup hot water (2 c if using dried peas)
• 1/2 teaspoon salt, to taste
• 1/2 teaspoon sugar
• 1 cup coconut milk
• 2 tablespoons cilantro, minced
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice

Directions:

1. in large saucepan, heat oil over medium-low heat and saute the onion until it turns dark brown, about 8 minute add coriander, garlic, ginger, turmeric, cayenne, and cumin and stir for 2 minute add tomato and stir over low heat until it disintegrates.
2. add peas and mix well. pour in the water, add salt and sugar, and bring to a boil. turn heat down to low, cover, and simmer until peas are cooked through, about 10 minute (20 minutes if using dried peas). stir in coconut milk and simmer uncovered for another 8-10 min., again allowing the flavors to come together.
3. add cilantro and lemon juice, simmer for 1 minute more, and remove from heat. serve hot.

Reviews

[Shalabhanjika]

great delicious recipe. my husband loved it as well. didn't have cilantro unfortunately, and used canned peas. will make again!

[UmmTariq]

I used dried black eyed peas and this recipe worked great! It definitely needs the lime/lemon juice to cut through the richness of the coconut milk. Great meal and great the 2nd day as leftovers!