Green Split Pea Dhal Recipe

Name: Green Split Pea Dhal
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3/4 cup frozen spinach; 1/2 cup diced carrot; 1 1/4 cups dried split peas; broth; 1 cup tomato juice; 2 1/2 cups water; 2 -4 teaspoons minced garlic; 1 small onion, sliced; 1/4 large tomatoes (1 thick slice); 1 large minced jalapenos or 1 large habanero pepper; 1 small onion, diced; spices; 1 tablespoon vegetable oil or 1 tablespoon ghee; 1 1/2 teaspoons hot curry powder; 1/2 teaspoon turmeric; 3/4 teaspoon coriander; 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper; 1/4 teaspoon black pepper; 1/2 teaspoon salt

Servings: persons

3/4 cup frozen spinach
1/2 cup diced carrot
1 1/4 cups dried split peas
broth
1 cup tomato juice
2 1/2 cups water
2 -4 teaspoons minced garlic
1 small onion, sliced
1/4 large tomatoes (1 thick slice)
1 large minced jalapenos or 1 large habanero pepper
1 small onion, diced
spices
1 tablespoon vegetable oil or 1 tablespoon ghee
1 1/2 teaspoons hot curry powder
1/2 teaspoon turmeric
3/4 teaspoon coriander
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1/2 teaspoon salt

1
Over high heat in a large soup pot, combine 1/2 tbs of the ghee or oil, garlic, minced pepper, and tomato slice. Saute over high heat until close to burning.
2
Add 1/4 to 1/2 the spice mixture and the rest of the oil, if you need to (sometimes the extra oil is unneccssary).
3
Saute until spices are slightly roasted and everything is nice and melded.
4
Add the tomato juice and water, allow to come to a boil.
5
Add 1/2 of the remaining spice mixture and the split peas.
6
Simmer for 30-35 minutes.
7
Add carrots and last of the spice mixture.
8
Simmer for 10-15 minutes.
9
Mash the split peas with a spoon or potato masher, or use a blender, then return to the pot.
10
Add spinach and spice to taste, simmer for a final 10-20 minutes. Serve hot with rice or roti.

216

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 19 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 3/4 cup frozen spinach, 1/2 cup diced carrot, 1 1/4 cups dried split peas, broth, and more.

Yes, Green Split Pea Dhal falls under the Soups & Stews category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Green Split Pea Dhal

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