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Green beans and black-eyed peas stir fry with spoons in the background.

Green Beans and Black Eyed Peas Stir Fry

Add a South Indian touch to your meal with this delicious stir fry of green beans and black-eyed peas. A flavorful and satisfying dish.
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Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 35 minutes
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Indian
Servings: 4 to 6
Author: Shilpa

Equipment

Ingredients

  • 2 cups black-eyed peas cooked or canned (rinsed and drained)
  • 1 lb green beans trimmed and cut into 1-inch pieces
  • 2 tablespoon oil
  • 1 medium onion thinly sliced
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 teaspoon ginger minced
  • 1 teaspoon cumin seeds
  • 1 teaspoon mustard seeds
  • 1 sprig curry leaves
  • ½ teaspoon turmeric powder
  • 1 teaspoon coriander powder
  • ½ teaspoon cayenne adjust to taste
  • ½-¾ teaspoon salt adjust as per taste
  • 2 tablespoons cilantro chopped, for garnish
  • ½ lemon juiced

Instructions

  • If using dried black-eyed peas, soak them overnight and cook until tender. If using canned, rinse and drain them.
  • In a large skillet, heat oil over medium heat. Add cumin seeds and mustard seeds, letting them sizzle for a few seconds until fragrant.
  • Add the chopped onions to the skillet and sauté for 5-6 minutes or until golden brown. Add the curry leaves, garlic, and ginger. Saute for another minute until aromatic. Add the turmeric, coriander, red chili powder, and salt.
  • Add the green beans to the skillet and mix to coat them with the spices. Reduce the heat to medium-low, cover the skillet, and let the green beans cook for about 8-10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until they are tender but still have a bit of crunch.
  • Add the cooked black-eyed peas to the skillet. Cook for another 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the flavors meld together.
  • Turn off the heat and add the cilantro and lemon juice. Mix well and serve.

Notes

  • Cut the beans uniformly to enure they cook evenly.
  • Store any leftovers in the refrigerator for 4-5 days or in the freezer for up to two months.

Nutrition

Calories: 224kcal | Carbohydrates: 31g | Protein: 10g | Fat: 8g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 5g | Trans Fat: 0.03g | Sodium: 304mg | Potassium: 578mg | Fiber: 10g | Sugar: 8g | Vitamin A: 942IU | Vitamin C: 34mg | Calcium: 89mg | Iron: 4mg
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