Fried Split Peas (Channa) Seasoned to Your Heart's Content

split peas

🥗Healthier: lentils

💰Cheaper: dried beans

Lentils are nutritious and cook faster, while dried beans are often less expensive.

cumin

🥗Healthier: ground coriander

💰Cheaper: caraway seeds

Ground coriander offers a similar flavor profile.

cilantro

🥗Healthier: parsley

💰Cheaper: green onions

Parsley provides a fresh taste and is often more accessible.

Soak split peas overnight and rinse them.

Use a paper towel to remove excess water from the split peas.

Blend garlic, pimento, and green pepper in a food processor until fine.

Heat oil until hot in a deep frying pan.

Add half of the split peas to the hot oil and fry until not too dark, timing the cooking.

Remove the first batch and place on a paper towel to soak up excess oil.

Mix the remaining split peas with salt and black pepper, adjusting to taste.

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