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Chamba Lake-View Lobia
🇮🇳 Indian Vegetarian

Chamba Lake-View Lobia

🇮🇳 Indian

A vegetarian Indian dish in the spirit of Chamba cooking — Chamba Lake-View Lobia brings a lake-view touch with a classic lababdar finish. About 46 minutes from fridge to table.

Prep 21 min Cook 25 min Serves 2 Hard

Ingredients

  • Onion1, finely chopped
  • Tomato2, chopped
  • Coriander Powder1 tsp
  • Turmeric Powder1/2 tsp
  • Vegetable Oil2 tbsp
  • Black-Eyed Peas1 cup, soaked

Optional extras

  • Green Chili1-2, slit
  • Curry Leaves1 sprig

Instructions

  1. 1

    Heat oil or ghee in a heavy kadhai over medium heat.

  2. 2

    Add cumin or mustard seeds and let them crackle.

  3. 3

    Saute onion until golden, then stir in ginger-garlic paste.

  4. 4

    Add tomatoes and powdered spices; cook until oil separates.

  5. 5

    Add the main ingredient with a splash of water; cover and simmer.

  6. 6

    Uncover, adjust salt and spice, and cook to the desired consistency.

  7. 7

    Finish with garam masala and fresh cilantro.

Chef's tip

Serve hot with roti, rice, or soft paratha.

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Watch how it's made

Video: Himachal Special Lobia Khatta recipe | हिमाचल स्पेशल लोबिया खट्टा | Black-Eyed Peas Recipe · on YouTube