Legumes In Garlic & Onions

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Servings: 6 Difficulty: Intermediate
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A hearty and aromatic Indian-style dish featuring tender pigeon peas tempered with mustard seeds, cumin, and garlic.
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This comforting dish transforms simple soaked pigeon peas into a flavorful meal with a rich, aromatic tempering. The combination of toasted mustard and cumin seeds provides a nutty depth, while sautéed onions and garlic add sweetness and savory notes. A hint of turmeric gives the dish a warm golden hue and earthy undertone. Perfect for a quick weeknight dinner, it pairs beautifully with steamed rice or chapati. The texture is tender yet satisfying, making it a wholesome vegan and vegetarian option that brings home-style Indian flavors to your table without requiring exotic ingredients.

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Legumes In Garlic & Onions

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Difficulty: Intermediate
Servings: 6 Calories: 99.2

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This comforting dish transforms simple soaked pigeon peas into a flavorful meal with a rich, aromatic tempering. The combination of toasted mustard and cumin seeds provides a nutty depth, while saut&# 195;©ed onions and garlic add sweetness and savory notes. A hint of turmeric gives the dish a warm golden hue and earthy undertone. Perfect for a quick weeknight dinner, it pairs beautifully with steamed rice or chapati. The texture is tender yet satisfying, making it a wholesome vegan and vegetarian option that brings home-style Indian flavors to your table without requiring exotic ingredients.

Ingredients

Directions

  1. Rinse the soaked pigeon peas thoroughly under cold water.
  2. Place the peas in a medium pot with water, turmeric, and a pinch of salt. Bring to a boil and cook for 20 minutes until tender.
  3. While the peas are cooking, heat oil in a separate pan over medium heat.
  4. Add black mustard seeds and cumin seeds to the hot oil. Fry until the mustard seeds begin to pop and sizzle.
  5. Stir in finely chopped onions and garlic cloves. Sauté until the onions are soft and golden brown.
  6. Add dried red chilies and ground chili powder. Stir constantly for 30 seconds to release the aroma without burning.
  7. Drain the cooked pigeon peas, reserving a small amount of cooking liquid if needed for moisture.
  8. Pour the spiced onion and garlic mixture over the drained peas.
  9. Stir thoroughly to coat the peas evenly with the tempering. Cover the pot and simmer on low heat for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  10. Serve hot alongside plain rice or flatbread.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 6

Amount Per Serving
Calories 99.2kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 0.5g1%
Saturated Fat 0.0g0%
Cholesterol 0.0mg0%
Sodium 6.2mg1%
Total Carbohydrate 17.2g6%
Dietary Fiber 7.0g29%
Sugars 6.9g
Protein 6.5g13%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Keywords: pigeon peas, garlic, onions, indian, vegetarian, vegan, mustard seeds, cumin, turmeric, legumes, dhal, simmered, spiced, healthy, protein, meal prep, comfort food, rice accompaniment, plant based, easy dinner
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