Swahili Mbarazi Curry- Pigeon Peas Coconut Curry

Fresh Pigeon Peas Coconut Curry

Recipe by Rashida AmijeeCourse: Main Course, CurryCuisine: Swahili Cuisine, Bohra CuisineDifficulty: Easy
Servings

4

servings
Prep time

15

minutes
Cooking time

30

minutes
Calories

300

kcal
Total time

45

minutes

Creamy and aromatic Fresh Pigeon Peas Coconut Curry – a wholesome vegetarian dish simmered in spiced coconut gravy, perfect with rice or chapati.

Ingredients

  • * 2 cups dry or fresh pigeon peas

  • * 1 medium onion, finely chopped

  • * 2 cloves garlic, minced

  • * 1 tsp turmeric powder

  • * 1 tsp cumin powder

  • * 1 tsp coriander powder

  • * 1 tsp salt (adjust to taste)

  • * 1-2 fresh green chilies or 1 Scotch bonnet pepper

  • * 2 medium potatoes, cubed

  • * 1 cup tomato pulp

  • * 1 cup light coconut milk

  • * 1 cup heavy coconut milk

  • * Juice of one lemon

  • * Fresh coriander leaves for garnish

Directions

  • Prepare the Pigeon Peas: Soak dry pigeon peas overnight, or use fresh ones if available.
  • Pressure Cooking (for dry peas): In a pressure cooker, combine all ingredients except heavy coconut milk. Pressure cook for 20-25 minutes until tender.
  • Stovetop Cooking (for fresh peas): In a large pan, mix all ingredients except heavy coconut milk. Simmer for 30-40 minutes until peas and potatoes are tender.
  • Finish with Heavy Coconut Milk: Add heavy coconut milk, squeeze in lemon juice, and adjust seasoning.
  • Garnish and Serve: Garnish with fresh coriander leaves.
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