
Chawli Chi Bhaji
Maharashtrian black-eyed pea bhaji brightened with kokum. A one-pan weeknight sabzi that asks for little and gives a lot. Best mopped up with hot chapatis straight off the flame.
Ingredients
- Ginger Garlic Paste1 tbsp
- Garam Masala1/2 tsp
- Saltto taste
- Onion2, finely sliced
- Tomato2, chopped
- Ginger2-inch piece
- Green Chili1-2, slit
- Cumin Seeds1 tsp
- Coriander Powder1 tsp
- Turmeric Powder1/2 tsp
- Vegetable Oil2 tbsp
- Red Chili Powder1 tsp
- Black-Eyed Peas1 cup, soaked overnight
- Kokum6-8 pieces
Optional extras
- Fresh Cilantro2 tbsp, chopped
Instructions
- 1
Dice the black-eyed peas uniformly, toss with a pinch of salt and let it sit while the masala comes together.
- 2
Soften the onions in oil over a medium flame with a little salt until translucent and sweet.
- 3
Tip in the ginger garlic paste and green chilies, then the spices — fry until the oil separates at the edges.
- 4
Add the black-eyed peas and the onion, toss to coat in the masala, cover and cook on low, stirring twice, until tender.
- 5
Uncover, raise the heat for two minutes to dry off any liquid, then shower with cilantro and a squeeze of lemon.
Chef's tip
Cover and cook on low — high heat toughens vegetables before they soften.
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