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Red Black Eyed Beans (Azuki)
Dry Roasted
Fresh coconut
Grated
Coriander (Dhania) Seeds
Roasted
Dry Red Chillies
Roasted
Tamarind Paste
Coriander (Dhania) Leaves
Chopped
Sunflower Oil
Salt
Dry roast black-eyed peas in a wok over medium heat until fragrant (approx. 10 minutes).
Pressure cook the roasted black-eyed peas with 2 cups of water for 3 whistles and set aside.
Heat oil in a small pan.
Add dry red chilies and coriander seeds and roast until fragrant.
Add grated coconut and roast until light brown.
Cool the roasted mixture and grind it into a smooth paste with a little water using a mixer grinder.
Return the pressure cooker with the cooked black-eyed peas to the heat.
Add the ground coconut paste and tamarind paste, mixing well.
Season with salt and simmer for 5 minutes.
Switch off the flame.
Garnish with chopped coriander leaves and serve.
Expert advice for the best results
Roasting the spices intensifies their flavor. Be careful not to burn them.
Adjust the amount of tamarind paste to your liking, depending on the desired level of sourness.
Everything you need to know before you start
15 mins
Can be made a day ahead.
Serve in a bowl, garnished with fresh coriander.
Serve with steamed rice and beetroot thoran.
Accompanied by papadums.
Cools the palate.
Discover the story behind this recipe
Traditional Kerala cuisine, often served during vegetarian feasts (Sadhya).
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