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Tezpur Pantry Oil-Press Lobia
🇮🇳 Indian Vegetarian

Tezpur Pantry Oil-Press Lobia

🇮🇳 Indian

A vegetarian Indian dish in the spirit of Tezpur cooking — Tezpur Pantry Oil-Press Lobia brings a oil-press touch with a classic bonda finish. About 43 minutes from fridge to table.

Prep 18 min Cook 25 min Serves 4 Easy

Ingredients

  • Ginger Garlic Paste1 tbsp
  • Saltto taste
  • Tomato2, chopped
  • Cumin Seeds1 tsp
  • Vegetable Oil2 tbsp
  • Red Chili Powder1 tsp
  • Black-Eyed Peas1 cup, soaked

Optional extras

  • Ghee1 tbsp

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.

  7. 7

    Serve immediately.

Chef's tip

Finish with a spoon of ghee for shine and aroma.

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