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Black-Eyed Pea Curry

Recipe information

  • Yield

    Serves 4

Ingredients

1

medium russet potato, peeled, cut into 1/2-inch pieces

2

cups drained canned black-eyed peas (about 1 1/2 15-ounce cans)

1

/2 cup water

2

teaspoons minced fresh ginger

1

/4 teaspoon turmeric

2

tablespoons vegetable oil

1

cup chopped onion

1

teaspoon curry powder

1

/2 cup chopped tomato

1

/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro

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Preparation

  1. Step 1

    Boil potato in medium pot of boiling salted water until tender, about 10 minutes; drain. Blend 1/2 cup black-eyed peas, 1/2 cup water, ginger and turmeric in processor until smooth.

    Step 2

    Heat oil in heavy large skillet over medium heat. Add onion and sauté until translucent, about 5 minutes. Add curry powder and stir until fragrant, about 1 minute. Add remaining 1 1/2 cups black-eyed peas, puree from processor, potato and tomato to skillet. Cook until mixture is thick and creamy, stirring occasionally, about 5 minutes. Season to taste with salt and pepper. (Can be prepared 1 day ahead. Cover and refrigerate. Rewarm before continuing.)

    Step 3

    Transfer curry to large bowl. Garnish with chopped cilantro and serve.