Nourish Lobia or Cowpeas are a type of legumes used for making Dal, salads and even soups. They are one of the widely cultivated annual crops in India. Cowpea in Hindi is called “Lobia”. It is also called “Bobbarlu” in Telugu, “Karamani” in Tamil, “Chavli” in Marathi and “Alasande” in Kannada. Lobia seeds are amazing sources of protein, vitamins and minerals, making them one of the most economical superfoods.