Heera Black Eye Beans 500g

Heera Black Eye Beans 500g, also known as Black-Eyed Peas or Black-Eyed Beans, are nutritious legumes with a distinctive black spot and a mild, creamy flavour. They are a versatile ingredient used in Indian, African, Caribbean and Mediterranean cuisine.

Black-eyed beans are perfect for preparing delicious curries, dals, stews, soups, salads and rice dishes. Their creamy texture and ability to absorb spices make them an excellent choice for hearty and flavourful vegetarian meals.

👩🍳 Cooking Instructions

1. Soak the beans: Rinse the black-eyed beans thoroughly and soak them in plenty of water for 6–8 hours or overnight.

2. Drain and rinse the soaked beans.

3. Transfer the beans to a pressure cooker or large pot and cook with fresh water until tender.

4. Heat oil in a separate pan and add cumin seeds.

5. Once the cumin starts to sizzle, add the chopped onion and sauté until golden.

6. Add ginger-garlic paste and cook for 1–2 minutes.

7. Add tomatoes, turmeric, coriander powder, chilli powder and salt. Cook until the tomatoes soften and the oil begins to separate.

8. Add the cooked black-eyed beans and mix well.

9. Add some cooking water to achieve your preferred curry consistency.

10. Simmer for 10–15 minutes, allowing the beans to absorb the spices.

11. Add garam masala and garnish with fresh coriander.