Spicy Rice and Black-Eyed Peas
Black-eyed peas are considered a symbol of good luck and prosperity in many cultures.
This is vegan, gluten free and high protein recipe. Dish can be prepared in 50 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 16.
Ingredients
- 1 cup Rice
- 1 cup Black-Eyed Peas
- 1 medium Onion
- 2 clove Garlic
- 1 teaspoon Ginger
- 1 medium Tomato
- 2 chopped Green Chili
- 1 teaspoon Turmeric Powder
- 1 teaspoon Red Chili Powder
- 1 teaspoon Cumin Powder
- 1 teaspoon Coriander Powder
- 1 teaspoon Garam Masala
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 2 cup Water
- as needed for garnish Cilantro
- 4 wedge Lemon
Instructions
- Rinse the rice and black-eyed peas separately.
- In a large pot, heat oil and sauté the onions, garlic, and ginger until golden brown.
- Add the tomatoes and green chilies, and cook until the tomatoes are soft.
- Add the turmeric powder, red chili powder, cumin powder, coriander powder, garam masala, and salt. Mix well.
- Add the black-eyed peas and water. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer until the peas are tender.
- In a separate pot, cook the rice according to package instructions.
- Once the black-eyed peas are cooked, add the cooked rice to the pot and mix well.
- Cover and let it rest for 5 minutes.
- Garnish with cilantro and serve with lemon wedges.
Nutrition Facts
Servings 4
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 350kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 5g8%
- Total Carbohydrate 65g22%
- Sugars 2g
- Protein 10g20%
* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.