EASIEST SPLIT PEAS PHOLOURIE || GUYANESE STYLE 🇬🇾 PHOLOURIE RECIPE || IN THE KITCHEN WITH LYNN

split peas

🥗Healthier: chickpeas

💰Cheaper: yellow lentils

Chickpeas are high in protein and fiber, while yellow lentils are often less expensive.

onion

🥗Healthier: shallots

💰Cheaper: leeks

Shallots have a milder flavor, while leeks can be more affordable.

garlic

🥗Healthier: garlic powder

💰Cheaper: none

Garlic powder provides similar flavor at a lower cost.

cumin

🥗Healthier: coriander

💰Cheaper: none

Coriander can provide a different flavor profile but is often less expensive.

Soak split peas in water.

Place soaked split peas into a food processor with garlic, hot pepper, and freshly chopped turmeric.

Blend until mushy and place into a bowl.

Add ground cumin, salt, baking powder, and yeast to the bowl.

Mix well and taste as you go, using warm water to help it rise quickly.

Let the mixture sit for about 45 minutes until it looks risen.

Wet your hands with water, scoop some dough into your hand, and carefully drop it into hot oil.

Alternatively, use a spoon to scoop dough and place it into the oil.

Fry for about 3-4 minutes, tossing them around for even cooking.

Once cooked, place them into a sieve to drain excess oil.

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