Saheena (Chip up) Vegetarian DIWALI Snack- Mom's Trini Cooking

split peas

🥗Healthier: chickpeas

💰Cheaper: yellow lentils

Chickpeas provide similar protein content while being more widely available.

onion

🥗Healthier: shallots

💰Cheaper: leeks

Shallots add a milder flavor, while leeks are often less expensive.

green seasoning

🥗Healthier: fresh herbs

💰Cheaper: dried herbs

Fresh herbs enhance flavor without added calories, while dried herbs are budget-friendly.

oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Avocado oil is healthier, but vegetable oil is more economical.

Mix split pea flour, all-purpose flour, salt, baking powder, and yeast in a bowl.

Gradually add water and knead until smooth.

Let dough rise in a warm place until doubled, about 1 hour.

Prepare filling by mixing chopped frozen spinach, garlic, onion, and spices in a bowl.

Roll out dough on a floured surface into a thin sheet.

Cut the dough into rectangles for rolling.

Place filling on one end of each rectangle.

Roll tightly to enclose filling and seal edges.

Heat oil in a frying pan over medium heat until shimmering.

Fry rolls until golden brown, about 3-4 minutes per side.

Remove and drain on paper towels.

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