BLACK-EYED PEA CURRY

Black-Eyed Pea Curry image

Provided by Chitra Joshi

Yield Serves 4

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 medium russet potato, peeled, cut into 1/2-inch pieces
2 cups drained canned black-eyed peas (about 1 1/2 15-ounce cans)
1/2 cup water
2 teaspoons minced fresh ginger
1/4 teaspoon turmeric
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 cup chopped onion
1 teaspoon curry powder
1/2 cup chopped tomato
1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro

Steps:

Boil potato in medium pot of boiling salted water until tender, about 10 minutes; drain. Blend 1/2 cup black-eyed peas, 1/2 cup water, ginger and turmeric in processor until smooth.
Heat oil in heavy large skillet over medium heat. Add onion and sauté until translucent, about 5 minutes. Add curry powder and stir until fragrant, about 1 minute. Add remaining 1 1/2 cups black-eyed peas, puree from processor, potato and tomato to skillet. Cook until mixture is thick and creamy, stirring occasionally, about 5 minutes. Season to taste with salt and pepper. (Can be prepared 1 day ahead. Cover and refrigerate. Rewarm before continuing.)
Transfer curry to large bowl. Garnish with chopped cilantro and serve.