Instant Pot Indian Black Eyed Pea Curry
  1. Soak the dried black eyed peas in cold water for 1-2 hours. Drain, rinse and set aside.

  2. Press the sauté button, and add the oil and allow it to heat up for a minute. Add the cumin seeds and once they begin to turn brown, add the onion and bay leaf. Stir-fry for 6-7 minutes, or until the onions begin to turn brown.

  3. Add the garlic, ginger and spices, stir, then add the diced tomatoes. Cook for 2-3 minutes, or until the tomatoes break down.

  4. Add the drained black eyed peas to the pot along with the 2 cups of water and mix well.

  5. Secure the lid, close the pressure valve and cook for 20 minutes at high pressure.

  6. Naturally release pressure.

  7. Garnish with cilantro if desired.

Course🍽️Main Course

Diets🌱Vegan🌾Gluten-free...

Category🍛Curry

Cuisine🇮🇳Indian

Occasions🍲Comfort Food📆Everyday

Season🔁Year-round

DifficultyEasy ⏰ 30m

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