Black Eyed Beans Curry Recipe (Instant Pot)

Black Eyed Beans Curry/ Lobia curry is a very delicious, creamy and protein-rich dish. This curry is vegan, gluten-free and perfect for weekend meals. Let's see how to make this curry in an Instant pot or stovetop pressure cooker.

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Prep Time: 10

Cook Time: 25

Soaking time: 6

Total Time: 6 35

Course: Lunch, Main Course, Side Dish

Cuisine: Indian

Servings:

Author: Pavani

Ingredients

1 cup Black eyed bean - 1 cup
2 Chopped onions (medium)
2 Chopped tomatoes (medium)
1 teaspoon Ginger garlic paste- 1 tsp
1+½ teaspoon Red chilli powder - 1 ½ tsp
1+½ teaspoon Coriander powder - 1 ½ Tsp
½ teaspoon Garam masala – ½ tsp
½ teaspoon Cumin seeds
1 Bay leaf
2 to 3 tablespoon Oil
Coriander leaves - to garnish
Salt to taste

Instructions

Instant Pot Method:

Wash and soak the beans overnight or for at least 6 hours.
Switch on the instant pot. Select the saute mode and heat oil. Add cumin seeds, bay leaf and stir it.
Now, add the chopped onion and sauté until it becomes translucent. Add the ginger-garlic paste and cook until the raw smell of the paste has gone.
Next, add tomatoes and sauté until they are soft and mushy. Add spice powders, mix well, cover and cook on low saute mode for 5 minutes.
Now add the soaked beans, mix well and cook for 2 minutes.
Add 1+½ cup water, check the seasoning. Add coriander leaves and cancel the saute mode
Close the lid and keep the valve in sealing mode and select pressure cook mode and set the timer for 12 minutes.
when cooking time is done, allow natural pressure to release naturally.
Serve this healthy and delicious curry with plain rice or roti.

Stovetop pressure cooker method:

This dish can be easily made on the stovetop too.
Follow the same steps of the instant pot recipe
After adding the water, stir well, cover and cook over medium heat for 2 to 3 whistles or until the beans are good well.

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Notes

Adjust the spices according to your taste.
I highly recommend soaking the beans for at least 6 hours.

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