Question: are black eyed peas the same as pigeon peas?
Answer: Also known as Toor Dal, Caja Pea, Congo Pea and Goongoo Pea, the Pigeon Pea is very popular in the southern states of the U.S. Often paired with rice this Pea can be used anywhere you normally use Black-eyed Peas or Kidney Beans. Color: Gray-brown with light brown speckles.