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Manipal Toor Lobia Pongal
🇮🇳 Indian Vegetarian

Manipal Toor Lobia Pongal

🇮🇳 Indian

A vegetarian Indian dish in the spirit of Manipal cooking — Manipal Toor Lobia Pongal brings a toor touch with a classic pongal finish. About 48 minutes from fridge to table.

Prep 23 min Cook 25 min Serves 4 Medium

Ingredients

  • Ginger Garlic Paste1 tbsp
  • Onion1, finely chopped
  • Vegetable Oil2 tbsp
  • Black-Eyed Peas1 cup, soaked

Optional extras

  • Green Chili1-2, slit
  • Ghee1 tbsp
  • Fresh Cilantro2 tbsp, chopped
  • Curry Leaves1 sprig

Instructions

  1. 1

    Rinse and prep the main ingredient; pat dry.

  2. 2

    Bloom whole spices in hot oil until aromatic.

  3. 3

    Build the masala base with onion, tomato, and paste.

  4. 4

    Fold in the main ingredient and coat evenly.

  5. 5

    Add liquid (water, stock, or yogurt) and simmer gently.

Chef's tip

Finish with a spoon of ghee for shine and aroma.

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