Split Green Peas (Mung Dal)

By acampman

Ingredients

• 1 C. mung dal
• 1 tsp. salt
• 1/2 tsp. turmeric powder
• 2 tbsp. ghee
• 2 onions, chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, finely chopped
• 3 cm. (1 inch) piece ginger, finely chopped
• 1/2 tsp. cumin seeds
• 1 tsp. coriander powder
• Chopped coriander leaf

Preparation

Step 1

Wash the dal and leave to soak for an hour.
Drain and boil in a little water with salt and turmeric till soft.
Meanwhile, heat ghee and fry the onion, garlic and ginger till golden.
Stir in the cumin and coriander powder and fry for a few minutes. Add to the dal a few minutes before it is ready.
Serve hot, garnished with the chopped coriander.
Serve with a curry and chapatis.