Whole Black-eyed beans

Black-eyed beans, also known as black-eyed peas, cowpeas, or lobia, are a small, cream-colored legume distinguished by a characteristic black "eye" at their center. Despite the name, they are technically a bean, not a pea, and are a staple in African, American Southern, and Indian cuisines.

Whole black-eyed beans are a highly nutritious, iron-rich, and fiber-packed legume (a type of cowpea) known for their mild, earthy flavor and characteristic black spot. They are versatile in cooking—often used in stews, soups, curries, and salads—and are popular in vegan and vegetarian diets for their high protein content. They require soaking for 6–24 hours, followed by simmering for about 45–60 minutes until tender.