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Kakinada Butter Lobia
🇮🇳 Indian Vegetarian

Kakinada Butter Lobia

🇮🇳 Indian

A vegetarian Indian dish in the spirit of Kakinada cooking — Kakinada Butter Lobia brings a butter touch with a classic curry finish. About 45 minutes from fridge to table.

Prep 20 min Cook 25 min Serves 6 Medium

Ingredients

  • Butter3 tbsp
  • Heavy Cream4 tbsp
  • Kasuri Methi1 tsp
  • Cumin Seeds1 tsp
  • Vegetable Oil2 tbsp
  • Black-Eyed Peas1 cup, soaked

Optional extras

  • Ghee1 tbsp
  • Fresh Cilantro2 tbsp, chopped

Instructions

  1. 1

    Marinate the main ingredient with turmeric, chili, and salt for 15 minutes.

  2. 2

    Heat oil; fry or sear until lightly coloured, then set aside.

  3. 3

    In the same pan, saute aromatics and spices.

  4. 4

    Return the main ingredient; add gravy ingredients.

  5. 5

    Simmer covered until tender.

  6. 6

    Reduce to coat; finish with herbs or cream if using.

Chef's tip

Finish with a spoon of ghee for shine and aroma.

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