Guyanese Pholourie/ Recipes

split peas

🥗Healthier: chickpea flour

💰Cheaper: yellow lentils

Chickpea flour is high in protein and fiber.

vegetable oil

🥗Healthier: coconut oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Coconut oil adds flavor and is a healthier fat option.

Soak split peas in water for several hours or overnight.

Drain and rinse the soaked split peas.

Blend split peas with water until smooth.

Mix flour, baking powder, cumin, turmeric, and salt in a bowl.

Combine the split pea mixture with the dry ingredients until well incorporated.

Stir in chopped scallions, minced hot pepper, garlic, and ginger.

Heat vegetable oil in a deep pan over medium heat until shimmering.

Drop spoonfuls of the batter into the hot oil, frying in batches.

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

Remove pholourie with a slotted spoon and drain on paper towels.

Serve warm with chutney or hot sauce.

Cooking Techniques

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