The bean is commonly used across India. In North India, black-eyed peas are called lobia or rongi and are cooked like daal, and served with boiled rice. In Maharashtra, they are called chawli and made into a curry called chawli amti or chawli usal.

The bottom line. Black-eyed peas are highly nutritious and associated with many impressive health benefits. In particular, they may help support weight loss, improve heart health, and promote digestive health. They're also versatile, delicious, and easy to incorporate into a number of recipes as part of a healthy diet.