Lobiya/chawli/black eye peas/cowpea/alasandalu curry vote now PreviousNext OtherEasy1 hour Send this recipe to a friend Print this page Ask a question to the author Post your photo of this recipe Ingredients 4 Black Eye Peas are quite popular in the west especially South America. It is often used in Indian Cooking as well. In the United States and particularly in the South, they are traditionally eaten on New Year's Day for good luck throughout the year. Black eyed peas provide a number of nutrients, are a rich source of fiber and can be used in a number of recipes. For Vegetarians, such beans can provide a needed source of iron. No matter how you choose to prepare them, black eyed peas can be wonderful supplement to your healthy eating plan. Health Benefits of Black Eye Peas: 1.Black eye peas are an excellent source of Calcium, Vitamin A and C. It has good amount of thiamin, riboflavin, niacin, vitamin B6 and pantothenic acid. It has small amount of folate. 2. Black eye peas low in fat and high in quality protein, but they also have the added bonus of soluble fiber's disease-preventing qualities. 3. They are rich in lignans, which may play a role in preventing osteoporosis, heart disease, and certain cancers. 4. The flavonoids in beans may help reduce heart disease and cancer risk. phytosterols, also in legumes, help reduce blood cholesterol levels. 5. Black eyed peas is rich pottassium with good amount of magnesium and phosphorous. It also has small amount of iron, zinc, copper, manganese and selenium. 6. They are low in fat and sodium and contain no cholesterol. Nutritional High lights: Black eyed peas, 1 Cup (boiled) Calories: 160 Protein: 5.23g Carbohydrate: 33.5g Total Fat: 0.63g Fiber: 8.2g Excellent source of: Calcium(211mg), Folate(209mcg) Ingredients: 1 Cup Black eye peas 1 onion 2 Small Tomatoes 2 Garlic flakes 1 inch Ginger piece 3/4 tbs Garam masala 1/4 tbs turmeric Salt to taste Red chilly powder to taste 15-18 Cashews 2- 3 tbs oil View the directions
