Black Eyed Peas Sundal

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Black eyed peas sundal is another version of sundal recipe.This is a protein rich food and a great evening snack.

Cooked black eyed peas are tempered with Indian condiments like mustard seeds, asafoetida (hing), onions, chilies and  curry leaves. To elevate flavors freshly grated coconut and lemon juice can also be added. 

Ingredients

1 cup Black eyed peas, soak in water for 3-4 hours

3 tsp oil

1/2 tsp Mustard seeds

1 small Onion, finely chopped

A sprig of curry leaves

3 Green Chilies, finely chopped

1/4 tsp Asafoetida (hing)

Salt

Handful of Cilantro, finely chopped

Freshly grated coconut for garnish (optional)

1/2 tsp lemon juice (optional)

Method

• Cook black eyed peas either in pressure cooker for upto 2 whistles or in a large pot of boiling water for about 15- 20 minutes. Drain excess water. Retain water for making curries or soups

• In a sauce pan, heat Oil. Add mustard seeds, asafoetida, curry leaves, green chilies and onions. Saute until onions are transparent

• Add cooked black eyed peas and season it with salt. Saute for 2-3 minutes

• Turn off heat. Add cilantro, freshly grated coconut and lemon juice. Mix well

• Serve warm