
South Asia — Muslim traditions
Trinidadian Dhal
Split peas simmered on the stove and spiced with turmeric and cumin for a South Asian dal. It comes to the table with hot rice or roti.
40 min · Serves 4 · Easy
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Ingredients
Method
Start cooking mode- Prep 5 min · Cook 35 min · 40 min total
- easy
- 1
Boil split peas in 2 cups of water until it comes to the boil. Add tumeric, 1 clove garlic, hot pepper and onion; cover, lower heat and cook until peas are tender; add more water if necessary.
- 2
Add salt to taste and purée until mixture becomes thick. (Use a swizzle stick, Dhal Gutnee or your blender).
- 3
Heat oil in a small pot; add cumin and remaining garlc and fry until brown. Pour in split peas mixture add pepper sauce to taste and stir well.
- 4
Serve with hot rice or roti. Nice first food for baby - minus the hot pepper of course.
Notes and swaps
- Not assessed yet. Check each ingredient if you have an allergy.



