Lobia Keema (Pakistani Black Eyed Peas) Recipe

Name: Lobia Keema (Pakistani Black Eyed Peas)
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 5 tablespoons vegetable oil; 1 small onion, finely chopped; 1/4 teaspoon garlic, minced; 3/4 cup water, divided; 1 small tomatoes, chopped; 1 teaspoon salt; 1/2 teaspoon chili powder; 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin; 1/8 teaspoon ground turmeric; 1/2 lb ground beef; 1 (15 ounce) can black-eyed peas, drained; 1/8 teaspoon garam masala; 2 teaspoons lemon juice; 1 tablespoon fresh cilantro, chopped; 1/2 teaspoon green chili pepper, finely chopped

Servings: persons

5 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 small onion, finely chopped
1/4 teaspoon garlic, minced
3/4 cup water, divided
1 small tomatoes, chopped
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon chili powder
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
1/8 teaspoon ground turmeric
1/2 lb ground beef
1 (15 ounce) can black-eyed peas, drained
1/8 teaspoon garam masala
2 teaspoons lemon juice
1 tablespoon fresh cilantro, chopped
1/2 teaspoon green chili pepper, finely chopped

1
Heat oil in a large deep skillet over medium-high heat. Add onion, and saute until light golden, then throw in the garlic and cook for 1 minute.
2
Put in 1/4 cup of the water and tomato, then season with salt, red chili powder, cumin, and turmeric. Simmer for 1 minute.
3
Add beef and cook for at least 10 minutes, adding another 1/4 cup of the water when it gets dry. When the beef mixture is fully cooked and again dry, pour in the black-eyed peas.
4
Cook for 3 minutes. Stir in the remaining 1/4 cup of water, and reduce the heat to low. Cover and simmer until all of the water has evaporated and you can see the oil.
5
Remove from the heat and mix in the garam masala. Transfer to a serving dish and sprinkle the lemon juice, cilantro, and green chilies over the top.
6
Serve with warm pita/naan, raita (yogurt laced with a dash each of salt, black pepper, cumin powder and chopped green chilies), and finely sliced onion laced with lemon juice.

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 15 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 5 tablespoons vegetable oil, 1 small onion, finely chopped, 1/4 teaspoon garlic, minced, 3/4 cup water, divided, and more.

Yes, Lobia Keema (Pakistani Black Eyed Peas) falls under the Soups & Stews category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Lobia Keema (Pakistani Black Eyed Peas)

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