Dhal Curried Split Peas

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An inexpensive indian meal full of good flavor. From mennonite cookbook more-with-less which says to serve this with a vegetable curry, tomato chutney, cottage cheese or yogurt and a fresh fruit try. I sometimes use mung beans in place of the split peas. The long prep time is to soak the peas.

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Steps

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Soak peas or beans 3-4 hours in the 2 1 / 2 cups water.

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Add turmeric , cayenne and salt and bring to a boil.

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Reduce heat , partially cover and simmer 20-30 minutes.

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Peas should be tender and beginning to disintegrate.

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Add additional water if necessary to maintain thick gravy consistency.

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Meanwhile , saute in a small pan the onion in butter with remaining seasonings.

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Fry till onion is well browned.

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Add onion to peas.

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Serve over rice.

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Ingredients

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split peas, water, turmeric, cayenne, salt, butter, onion, whole cumin seed, cloves, black peppercorns