Curries and Gravies are an essential part of Indian meals. They usually accompany cooked rice to give the desired taste and spiceness to the meal. Either fresh or dry vegetables are cooked in a specific base to form the gravy. The base varies according to availability of ingredients in a particular region. Common bases are tamarind, buttermilk, coconut and dal with some variations.
Lobia or black-eyed peas are a staple food in the south, especially during the winter months. The peas are often added to dishes that have a lot of flavor, like…