How to cook a perfect Chawli Masala Recipe | Lobia | Black eyed beans | Cow Beans || Jugaadu Foodie

Few Health benefits of Chawli / Lobia / Cowpeas / Black eyed Beans:

1. Maintains Standard Cholesterol Levels: It is an excellent source of soluble dietary fiber and protein, which play significant role in decreasing the amount of bad cholesterol present in the plasma of our blood. They also contain steroid compounds called phytosterols. These are very effective in maintaining the standard cholesterol levels in our body.

2. Regulates Blood Sugar Levels: Being high in soluble fiber, cow pea works as a great solution for diabetic conditions. It can regulate our blood sugar levels and help us stay away from diabetes mellitus.

3. Treats Cardiovascular Ailments: The secondary metabolites flavonoids present in cow peas are also super effective in treating various cardiovascular issues.

4. Lignin Content Keeps Fatal Diseases Away: Another good component found in cowpeas is lignin. It is basically a group of phytoestrogens that keep a number of fatal diseases like cancer (some specific types), stroke, hypertension, osteoporosis, etc. at bay.

5. Good for Weight Loss: They are low-fat, low-calorie beans, which are extremely beneficial for weight loss. The sodium content of the vegetable is also very low. Moreover, cowpeas are absolutely cholesterol-free. All these make the item a great nutritious option for overweight people to shed off excess weight and slim down.

6. Delays Signs of Aging: They contain vitamin A and vitamin C, which are two most beneficial elements for our skin. Both of these can prevent our skin cells from getting damaged by free radicals. They can repair our skin and rejuvenate it accordingly. The anti-oxidative properties of cowpeas also remove various symptoms of ageing like wrinkles, spots, etc. As a result, we get smooth, healthy and glowing skin.

7. Boosts Hair Growth: The vegetable is high in protein, which is one of the most vital components of our hair. So, regular consumption of it can boost the amount of protein in our body and help our hair grow faster.

Ingredients:

Chawli – 250 gm (This is also called as Lobhia or Black eyed beans or Cow beans)
Jeera (cumin seeds) : 1 tsp
Rai (mustard seeds) : 1 tsp
Chole masala : 1 tbsp
Vegetable Masala : 1 tbsp
Garam masala: 1 tsp
Coriander masala: 1 tsp
Red Chilli powder: 2 tbsp (as per taste)
Turmeric powder: 1/2 tsp
Salt to taste (1 tsp in recipe)
Oil : 4-5 tbsp ( as per preference)
Onion: 4 medium sized onions (finely chopped)
Tomatoes : 1 (finely chopped)
Kadipatta (Curry leaves) : 6-7 leaves
Dhania (coriander leaves) : one handful
Green chillies : 4-5 (as per taste, finely chopped)
Ginger garlic paste: 1 tbsp

Preparation:

Pressure Cooking Chawli:
250 gm Chawli (soak overnight and pressure cook for 5-6 whistles until soft and keep aside)

Cooking Chawli Masala:
Heat Oil in a vessel.
Add mustard seeds, cumin seeds, curry leaves and green chillies – Fry them for 2 mins
Add finely chopped onion and cook, till it turns light brown
Add ginger garlic paste and fry until raw smell goes away
Add all spices and cook till oil separates
Add chopped tomato and cook till it softens.
Add the pressure cooked chawli to the gravy and mix well but gently so the beans don’t break
Cover the lid and let it cook for 5 mins on low heat.
Stir and cook again for 5 mins with lid
Garnish with coriander leaves and cover for another 5 mins.
Chalwi is ready.

Serve hot with Indian rotis or bread. 
Add water as per preference to serve with steamed rice.

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