Belizean Dhal Roti

flour

🥗Healthier: whole wheat flour

💰Cheaper: all-purpose flour

Whole wheat flour adds more fiber and nutrients.

dhal (split peas)

🥗Healthier: lentils

💰Cheaper: canned beans

Lentils are high in protein and cook faster.

oil

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Olive oil offers healthier fats.

green chili

🥗Healthier: bell pepper

💰Cheaper: jalapeño

Bell pepper provides sweetness without heat.

Wash the split peas and remove any dry ones.

Add 6 cups of water to the pot with the split peas and 1 teaspoon of yellow ginger.

Cook the split peas uncovered for 45 to 55 minutes until soft.

In a mixer, combine 4 cups of flour, 1.5 teaspoons of salt, and 3 tablespoons of baking powder.

Add 1/3 cup of shortening to the mixer and mix for a minute or two.

Add 1.5 cups of water and mix until combined.

Knead the dough by hand until soft and not sticky.

Divide the dough into 9 balls and roll them smooth.

Grease the dough balls with canola oil to prevent drying out.

Let the dough rest for about 15 minutes.

Check the split peas for softness and drain any excess water.

Cool the split peas for about 20 minutes.

Prepare cilantro and grind it with a mortar and pestle.

Chop 2 cloves of garlic and 1/4 onion for flavor.

Add black pepper and salt to the split peas mixture.

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