Karamani Kootu
The flavor of the beans is intense! Stewed beans to support daily life in South India
Description
A home-style South Indian vegetarian curry simmering black-eyed peas (Karamani) with coconut paste and various spices until thickened.
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Recipe
Ingredients
- Black-eyed peas
- Coconut fine
- Cumin
- Red chili
- Black pepper
- Mustard seeds
- Curry leaves
- Turmeric
- Salt
- Coconut oil
Instructions
- Soak black-eyed peas (Karamani) overnight and boil in a pressure cooker until soft.
- Blend coconut fine, cumin, red chili, and a little pepper into a paste.
- Put beans and spice paste in a pot, add turmeric and salt, simmer for a few minutes; finally drizzle with mustard seeds and curry leaves fried in coconut oil.
Learn more Spice, substitutes, tips
Key spices
Sweet coconut aroma and savory mustard seeds
Substitutes at Japanese supermarkets
Chickpeas (can substitute as a similar bean dish)
Pairing
Indica rice、Meals
Trivia
[Hardcore] 'Kootu' refers to bean and veg stews, but this Karamani (black-eyed pea) version is especially protein-rich; in South Indian homes, it's an important side curry complementing main curries like Sambar.
Eating tips & etiquette
[Unique Eating] Serve alongside rice, mix with Sambar (lentil soup), and enjoy the layered bean textures and rich creaminess!
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