Place black-eyed peas and water into a covered pot and bring to a boil.
Let simmer for two minutes and then remove from flame and let steep for one hour (30 minutes if using frozen peas).
Let cumin seeds and cinnamon stick sizzle for a few seconds in heated oil.
Add onions and garlic and fry until the onions turn translucent and brown at the edges.
Add mushrooms and cook until they begin to soften.
Add tomatoes, coriander, cumin, turmeric, and cayenne pepper.
Stir and cook for one minute.
Cover, and let simmer for ten minutes.
Remove cooked sauce from flame.
Return peas to a boil and let simmer for 20 to 30 minutes.
Mix the sauce with the peas while adding the salt. Add cilantro and black pepper if desired.
Let simmer, uncovered, on low heat for 30 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Remove cinnamon stick & serve.

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Nutrition Facts

Per Serving Per 100 g

Amount Per 1 Serving
Calories	198.74 Kcal (832 kJ)
Calories from fat	126.2 Kcal
		% Daily Value*
Total Fat	14.02g	22%
Sodium	785.54mg	33%
Potassium	230.5mg	5%
Total Carbs	5.67g	2%
Sugars	2.09g	8%
Dietary Fiber	1.37g	5%
Protein	1.92g	4%
Vitamin C	5mg	8%
Iron	1.7mg	9%
Calcium	47.2mg	5%

Amount Per 100 g
Calories	55.73 Kcal (233 kJ)
Calories from fat	35.39 Kcal
		% Daily Value*
Total Fat	3.93g	22%
Sodium	220.3mg	33%
Potassium	64.64mg	5%
Total Carbs	1.59g	2%
Sugars	0.59g	8%
Dietary Fiber	0.38g	5%
Protein	0.54g	4%
Vitamin C	1.4mg	8%
Iron	0.5mg	9%
Calcium	13.2mg	5%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
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