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Lobia – Black Eyed Beans Masala (Instant Pot or Stovetop)

Super flavorful with sweet and tangy notes, these protein packed Lobia-Black Eyed Beans Masala (Instant Pot or Stovetop) is an insanely quick and tasty recipe. Try this with rice or naan bread for a tasty healthy meal!

Super flavorful and filling, with sweet and tangy notes, this Instant Pot Lobia – Black-Eyed Beans Masala (with stovetop option) is an easy and tasty recipe! It’s packed with protein and is rich in vitamins for a flavorful, healthy meal!

With hints of jaggery and tamarind chutney, the dish is super tasty and keeps you coming back fo another bite. It also works perfectly as part of a thali platter with other curries, rice, naan, and side dishes to truly appreciate its flavor!
If you liked this recipe, make sure to check out my other Instant Pot dishes:

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Super flavorful with sweet and tangy notes, these protein packed Lobia - Black Eyed Beans Masala (Instant Pot or Stovetop) is an insanely quick and tasty recipe. Try this with rice or naan bread for a tasty healthy meal!

Super flavorful with sweet and tangy notes, these protein packed Lobia - Black Eyed Beans Masala (Instant Pot or Stovetop) is an insanely quick and tasty recipe. Try this with rice or naan bread for a tasty healthy meal!

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Super flavorful with sweet and tangy notes, these protein packed Lobia - Black Eyed Beans Masala (Instant Pot or Stovetop) is an insanely quick and tasty recipe. Try this with rice or naan bread for a tasty healthy meal!
Lobia - Black Eyed Beans Masala (Instant Pot or Stovetop)
Prep Time
10 mins
Cook Time
30 mins
Total Time
40 mins
 

Super flavorful with sweet and tangy notes, this protein packed Lobia - Black Eyed Beans Masala (Instant Pot or Stovetop) is an easy and tasty recipe. Try this with rice or naan bread for a healthy meal!

Course: Dinner, Lunch, Main Course
Cuisine: Indian
Keyword: beans, instant pot
Custom Category: Curries, Dinner, Indian Main Course, Instant Pot Recipes, Lunch, Main Course
Servings: 6
Calories: 262 kcal
Author: Nidhi Bothra
Ingredients
  • 11/2 cup black eyed beans
  • 1 onions , finely chopped
  • 1 tsp ginger , minced
  • 1 tsp garlic , minced
  • 1/2 tsp green chilies , minced
  • 2 tbsp ghee  or oil
  • 2 dry red chilli
  • 1/2 tsp cumin seeds
  • 11/2 tsp red chili powder
  • 1/2 tsp turmeric powder
  • 2 tsp coriander powder
  • 1/2 tsp garam masala
  • 1 tbsp tamarind pulp
  • 1 1/2 tbsp tomato puree
  • 1 tsp jaggery
  • 1 cup water
  • salt  to taste
  • cilantro , for garnish
  • pickled onions , for garnish
Instructions
Instant Pot:
  1. Wash and soak the black eyed beans for 6-8 hours, ideally overnight. Drain the bean after soaking.

  2. Turn the instant pot on sauté mode and add the ghee. When hot, add cumin seeds, dry red chili, onions ginger, garlic and green chilies, and saute for 2 minutes till onions are translucent.

  3. Add black eyed beans, water, all dry spices (except garam masala, tamarind and tomato puree).

  4. Lock the lid and cook in bean mode for 22 minutes. Make sure your vent is on the sealing position.

  5. When the cooking is complete, let the pressure release naturally.

  6. Open the instant pot and put it on sauté mode. Add in tomato puree, tamarind pulp, garam masala and jaggery. Saute for 4-5 minutes and your Masala Black Eyed Beans are ready!

  7. Garnish with cilantro, pickled onions and and enjoy with naan bread, tandoori roti or rice!

Stove Top:
  1. Use a pressure cooker and follow the above recipe and instead pressure cook for 4-5 whistles. The first whistle should be on high and then you cook it on low-medium for the rest of the whistles.

Recipe Video

Nutrition Facts
Lobia - Black Eyed Beans Masala (Instant Pot or Stovetop)
Amount Per Serving
Calories 262 Calories from Fat 54
% Daily Value*
Fat 6g9%
Saturated Fat 3g19%
Cholesterol 13mg4%
Sodium 57mg2%
Potassium 605mg17%
Carbohydrates 40g13%
Fiber 12g50%
Sugar 9g10%
Protein 13g26%
Vitamin A 932IU19%
Vitamin C 25mg30%
Calcium 57mg6%
Iron 5mg28%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

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Super flavorful with sweet and tangy notes, these protein packed Lobia - Black Eyed Beans Masala (Instant Pot or Stovetop) is an insanely quick and tasty recipe. Try this with rice or naan bread for a tasty healthy meal!

2 Comments

  1. Nazira H says

    Wow, this dish is just delicious. Zingy and flavourful, this lobia dish looks like it’s going to be a big hit, thanks for sharing!

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