Tuvar Lilva Sabzi
Tuvar lilva is a Gujrati name for pigeon peas. In Maharashtra, it is known as Turiche dane. This is a winter special vegetable. There are different ways to make this sabzi depending on the region. Following recipe is Maharashtrian recipe which I used for years. Try this recipe with roti or bhakri.
Serves: 3 persons
Ingredients:
- 1½ cup tuvar lilva or Pigeon Peas
- 1 cup water
- 1 tablespoon oil
- ½ teaspoon cumin seeds
- 1 onion chopped finely
- ½ teaspoon asafetida
- ¼ teaspoon turmeric powder
- Salt to taste
For the green paste:
- 1 cup cilantro leaves
- 2 tablespoon roasted peanuts
- 2 tablespoon fresh grated coconut
- 3 green chillies
- 2 garlic pods
- 1 inch ginger chopped
Method:
- Get a microwave safe bowl and add peas and water. Cover the bowl and put it in a microwave. Cook for 3-4 minutes. Then keep it aside with the lid on.
- Add all the ingredients under For the green paste in a grinder. Make smooth and fine paste.
- Heat oil in a pan. Add cumin seeds and asafetida. Add chopped onion. Sauté for a minute. Add turmeric powder.
- Add the green paste and mix well. Fry this paste for a minute.
- Add cooked peas with water. Add salt and mix properly. Cook everything for 5 minutes on medium heat with lid on.
- Turn off the heat and serve hot with roti.
Notes:
- Cooking time for the peas depends on the microwave power. Adjust the time accordingly.
- Always increase or reduce the number of chillies depending on the spice level you like.
- While serving, you can add little lemon juice if you like.