How To Make 'Dek Ngor Lapena' Yellow Split Peas Soup | Classic Acholi Recipe in Northern Uganda

coconut milk

🥗Healthier: almond milk

💰Cheaper: water + cornstarch

Almond milk reduces calories while still adding creaminess.

vegetable broth

🥗Healthier: homemade broth

💰Cheaper: water

Homemade broth can be lower in sodium and cost-effective.

fresh cilantro

🥗Healthier: parsley

💰Cheaper: dried cilantro

Parsley provides a similar flavor and is often less expensive.

lime juice

🥗Healthier: lemon juice

💰Cheaper: vinegar

Lemon juice offers a similar acidity and flavor profile.

Wash yellow split peas quickly with cold water.

Add yellow split peas to a pot and cover with hot water to quicken the cooking process.

Cook yellow split peas for at least 30 minutes on medium heat, watching to prevent boiling over.

Reduce heat to low to avoid mess as the peas boil.

After 30 minutes, add sodium bicarbonate and mix well to prevent sticking at the bottom.

Continue cooking for another 30 minutes, checking every 5-10 minutes to prevent burning.

Mix continuously to break up any lumps until the mixture becomes smooth.

Once ready, add salt and mix.

Add peanut butter and mix well; if too thick, add a bit of water to adjust consistency.

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