Karamani Kurma | black eyed peas curry

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ONE POT Karamani Kurma

Karamani Kurma, also known as Black Eyed Peas Curry, is a flavorful South Indian dish that combines protein-rich legumes with aromatic spices and a creamy coconut-based masala. Perfect for lunch or dinner, this hearty vegetarian curry pairs beautifully with rice, chapati, or parotta. With just an hour of soaking time, it’s a convenient and nutritious option for busy weekdays or festive meals. Whether you're exploring Tamil cuisine or looking for a wholesome plant-based recipe, Karamani Kurma is a must-try! Protein-rich South Indian style kurma in a pressure cooker is super easy to make and tastes delicious.  

Should I dry-roast karamani before cooking? 

Dry roasting karamani (black eyed peas) enhances their flavor and aroma. It helps reduce the raw smell and gives the curry a deeper, nuttier taste. Roast them in a pan over medium heat for 3–5 minutes until they turn slightly golden and emit a toasty fragrance. 

 If I dry roast karamani, how long should I soak them? 

When you dry roast karamani before cooking, soaking them for just 1 hour is usually enough to soften them. The roasting process helps water to penetrate faster. However, if you skip roasting, it’s best to soak the black eyed peas overnight (6–8 hours) to ensure they cook evenly and become tender.

Can I make lobia Kurma without coconut?

Yes, you can substitute coconut with cashew paste or yogurt for a creamy texture, though the flavor will differ slightly.

Is south indian black eyed peas masala vegan?

Yes, the traditional recipe is vegan as it uses plant-based ingredients like coconut, spices, and legumes.

What are the best sides to serve with Karamani Kurma?

It pairs well with steamed rice, jeera rice, chapati, parotta, or even dosa.

CAN I ADD  SALT WHILE COOKING lobia?

Yes, if you are directly pressure-cooking karamani, adding salt helps to avoid overcooking. Additionally, black-eyed peas absorb salt flavor. Adjust whistles according to the karamani you use.

Should I use measured water for cooking Chana?

It is optional, but as we are reusing the water for kurma, and avoid adding excess.

HSB karamani kurma

To make saravana Bhavan-style kurma, add the ingredients under “to grind”.

HOW TO MAKE INSTANT POT black eyed peas kurma

Cook the karamani for 5 minutes and let the pressure release naturally. Follow the rest of the steps and cook again for 5 minutes for the IP karamani kurma recipe

Oil for kurma

Coconut oil gives the best taste, but you can add any oil of your choice

How to serve Kurma with karamani

It goes well as a side dish for Tiffin varieties like chappathi, idli, dosai, etc. Also tastes good with rice.

ingredients

Pressure cook karamani

1 cup karamani | lobia | black eyed peas

water

required salt

1/2 teaspoon Kashmiri chilli powder

1/4 teaspoon turmeric powder

1/2 teaspoon garam masala

To Grind

1/3 cup coconut, heaped

3 garlic

5 cashew

1 teaspoon fennel seeds

1/2 teaspoon poppy seeds

1 teaspoon garam masala

Ginger

2 Green chilli

1 tablespoon curd

Water

clove

cardamom

cinnamon

Pressure cooker kurma

1 tablespoon coconut oil

1/2 tomato

1+1/2 cup onion

Coriander leaves

water

Required salt

How to make pressure cooker karamani kurma with step-by-step pictures

• First, dry roast karamni till they turn aromatic and slightly change color

• Add hot water and soak for an hour. Discard the water.

• Add soaked karamani, water, turmeric powder, kashmiri chilli powder, and garam masala; pressure cook for 1 whistle

• Add the ingredients under “to grind” and keep them aside

• heat oil

• Furthermore, add bay leaf and onion, and saute till it turns translucent

• Add tomato and salt; saute till mushy

• Transfer the sauteed mixture to the cooker

• Furthermore, add the ground mixture and water; avoid mixing

• Pressure cook for 2 whistles

• Sprinkle coriander leaves and bring to a rolling boil

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black eyed peas kurma

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Ingredients

Pressure cook karamani

• 1 cup karamani | lobia | black eyed peas
• water
• required salt
• 1/2 teaspoon Kashmiri chilli powder
• 1/4 teaspoon turmeric powder
• 1/2 teaspoon garam masala

To Grind

• 1/3 cup coconut heaped
• 3 garlic
• 5 cashew
• 1 teaspoon fennel seeds
• 1/2 teaspoon poppy seeds
• 1 teaspoon garam masala
• Ginger
• 2 Green chilli
• 1 tablespoon curd
• Water
• clove
• cardamom
• cinnamon

Pressure cooker kurma

• 1 tablespoon coconut oil
• 1/2 tomato
• 1 +1/2 cup onion
• Coriander leaves
• water
• Required salt

Instructions

• First, dry roast karamni till they turn aromatic and slightly change color
• Add hot water and soak for an hour. Discard the water.
• Add soaked karamani, water, turmeric powder, kashmiri chilli powder, and garam masala; pressure cook for 1 whistle
• Add the ingredients under “to grind” and keep them aside
• heat oil
• Furthermore, add bay leaf and onion, and saute till it turns translucent
• Add tomato and salt; saute till mushy
• Transfer the sauteed mixture to the cooker
• Furthermore, add the ground mixture and water; avoid mixing
• Pressure cook for 2 whistles
• Sprinkle coriander leaves and bring to a rolling boil

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