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Split Pigeon Peas Toast Sandwich

Cultural Context

Originating from the Caribbean, particularly Trinidad and Tobago, the Split Pigeon Peas Toast Sandwich is a staple that reflects the region's love for legumes and hearty flavors. Traditionally enjoyed as a quick meal or snack, it showcases the versatility of pigeon peas, which are often used in various dishes across the islands. Today, this sandwich has found fans beyond the Caribbean, inspiring variations in other cultures that celebrate plant-based ingredients.

CaribbeanTTmain
25 min
easy
2 servings
Servings4
10 ml olive oil
1 onion
1 spoon ginger garlic paste
1 tomato
100 g split pigeon peas
1/4 tsp turmeric powder
1/4 tsp chili powder
200 ml water
salt to taste
6 slices of bread
1 egg

split pigeon peas

🥗Healthier: lentils

💰Cheaper: canned chickpeas

Lentils are nutritious and affordable.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Avocado oil is healthier while vegetable oil is budget-friendly.

bread

🥗Healthier: whole grain bread

💰Cheaper: white bread

Whole grain provides more fiber.

avocado

🥗Healthier: mashed banana

💰Cheaper: sliced cucumber

Mashed banana adds creaminess, while cucumber is cost-effective.

1

Heat 10 ml of oil in a pan.

2

Add chopped onion and sauté until well cooked.

3

Stir in ginger garlic paste and chopped tomato; sauté well.

4

Add 100 g of split pigeon peas, a mixture of spices, 1/4 tsp turmeric powder, 1/4 tsp chili powder, 200 ml of water, and salt to taste.

5

Cook in a pressure cooker for 35 minutes.

6

Spread the split pigeon pea mixture onto 6 slices of bread and cover with another slice of bread to form sandwiches.

7

In a bowl, crack 1 egg and mix with salt to taste.

8

Heat a pan and add 10 ml of oil, spreading it evenly.

9

Dip the sandwiches in the egg mixture and fry in the pan for 45 seconds on each side until golden brown, for a total of 3 minutes.

10

Remove from the pan and serve.

Cooking Techniques

soakingboilingmashingtoasting

Equipment Needed

panpressure cookerbowl

Spice Level:

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Dietary

vegetarian

Also Known As

Pigeon Pea SandwichToasted Pigeon Peas Sandwich

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