African Split Pea Soup

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Delicious recipe for african split pea soup.

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Steps

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Rinse peas , put in soup pot with 3 cups water and bring to a boil.

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Reduce heat , cover and simmer for 45 minutes to an hour.

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Meanwhile , saute the onions and garlic in oil until translucent.

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Mix in spices and saute for 5 - 10 minutes more , stirring frequently to prevent burning.

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Set aside.

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When the split peas are cooked , stir in the onion mixture along with the vegetable stock.

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Add the lemon juice and cooked rice , season with salt and pepper.

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Stir in the parsley and gently reheat if necessary.

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Ingredients

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dried split peas, water, olive oil, onions, garlic cloves, bay leaves, ground cumin, cinnamon, cayenne, ground cardamom, vegetable stock, fresh lemon juice, cooked rice, salt, fresh ground black pepper, parsley