Khichhari

4 servings

Ingredients

Quantity Ingredient
4 ounces Yellow split peas
1 tablespoon Ghee
1 each Onion, chopped
½ teaspoon Whole coriander seeds
½ teaspoon Whole cumin seeds
1 each 1/2 inch piece ginger, slice
1 teaspoon Turmeric
¼ teaspoon Cayenne
4 ounces Brown rice
1 each Green chili, chopped
¾ pint Water
1 each Juice of half a lemon
2 eaches Tomatoes, skinned & chopped
Salt

Directions

Steep peas in boiling water for 1 hour. Drain & rinse well.

In a large pot, heat oil & fry onions & spices for 4 minutes over a medium heat.

Add split peas, rice & green chili. Mix well. Pour on water & lemon juice. Add tomatoes, stir once & cover. Simmer very gently for 40 minutes or until rice is soft. Season & serve.

Sarah Brown's "Vegetarian Cookbook" Split peas can be substituted for lentils.

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