HOW TO MAKE GUYANESE PHOLOURIE 🇬🇾

split peas

🥗Healthier: chickpeas

💰Cheaper: lentils

Chickpeas provide a similar texture and flavor while being lower in calories.

curry powder

🥗Healthier: turmeric

💰Cheaper: cumin

Turmeric offers health benefits and a vibrant color, while cumin is more affordable.

green chilies

🥗Healthier: bell peppers

💰Cheaper: jalapeños

Bell peppers add sweetness without heat, and jalapeños are often less expensive.

Boil split peas with salt and garlic until soft.

Transfer the boiled split peas to a food processor.

Add spring onions and hot pepper to the food processor.

Add all dried ingredients: salt, baking powder, flour, and yeast to the mixture.

Mix everything together thoroughly.

Add enough water to make a thick pancake batter.

Cover the batter and allow it to rest for about 30 minutes.

Heat oil for frying until ready.

Drop the batter into the oil using your hand or two spoons to form a ball.

Fry until brown on both sides, repeating until all batter is used.

Serve with mango or tamarind sauce.

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