Indian Lentil and Split Pea Spread Recipe

Name: Indian Lentil and Split Pea Spread
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 cup dried lentils, picked over; 1 cup split peas, picked over; 1/3 cup plus 3 tablespoons olive oil; 1 cup chopped red onion; 2 tablespoons chopped garlic; 2 teaspoons turmeric; 2 teaspoons ground cumin; 1 cup (packed) fresh cilanto leaves; 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice; 1 teaspoon chili powder; Pita bread, cut into triangles

Servings: persons

1 cup dried lentils, picked over
1 cup split peas, picked over
1/3 cup plus 3 tablespoons olive oil
1 cup chopped red onion
2 tablespoons chopped garlic
2 teaspoons turmeric
2 teaspoons ground cumin
1 cup (packed) fresh cilanto leaves
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
1 teaspoon chili powder
Pita bread, cut into triangles

1
Cook lentils and split peas in large pot of boiling salted water until very tender, about 35 minutes.
2
Drain.
3
Heat 1/3 cup oil in heavy large skillet over medium heat.
4
Add onion and garlic and saute until onion is translucent, about 5 minutes.
5
Add turmeric and cumin and stir 1 minutes.
6
Transfer mixture to processor.
7
Add lentils and split peas, cilantro, lemon juice, chili powder and remaining 3 tablespoons oil.
8
Process until smooth.
9
Season generously with salt and pepper.
10
Transfer to medium bowl.
11
(Can be prepared 1 day ahead.
12
Cover and refrigerate.
13
Bring to room temperature before serving.)
14
Serve with pita bread.

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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 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 cup dried lentils, picked over, 1 cup split peas, picked over, 1/3 cup plus 3 tablespoons olive oil, 1 cup chopped red onion, and more.

Yes, Indian Lentil and Split Pea Spread 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.

Indian Lentil and Split Pea Spread

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