It is also known as cowpeas, black eyed peas. It is white in color with an inner curve that is of black in color. It looks like a nut and has a subtle aroma with a rich creamy taste. One cup of Chawli is 80 grams which consists of 258 calories, 19.28 grams of proteins, 43.2 grams of carbs. One cup is equal to 107% of vitamin B9 which helps your body to make new cells. Masala chawli, alsanda vada, soups, tikkis, and many more item can be made from chawli.