Black-Eyed Peas Simmered in a Spicy Tomato Sauce with Corn

Black-eyed peas are often the legume I go to when I want an easy weeknight meal solution employing staples that I am likely to have on hand. This was another winning dish that went well with a bed of steaming hot buttered basmati rice. The sweet corn adds a nice textural and flavor contrast to the earthy black-eyed peas. The curried tomato base brings the whole dish together in one great big group hug. Black-Eyed Peas Simmered in a Spicy Tomato Sauce with Corn 1 cup black-eyed peas, rinsed and soaked overnight in enough water to cover 2 tablespoons sesame oil 1 teaspoon cumin seeds 1/2 teaspoon ajwain seeds (optional) 1 medium onion, finely chopped 1-inch piece ginger, peeled and grated or finely chopped 2 - 3 hot chilies, seeded and...



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