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Yorkshire Dhal

Marrowfat peas, bicarbonate soda and mint simmered on the stove for a South Asian dal.

25 hr 30 min · Serves 8 · Medium

Serves
8

Ingredients

Time
Prep 1440 min · Cook 90 min · 1530 min total
Difficulty
medium
  1. 1

    Put the dried peas in a large bowl and cover with boiling water. Stir in 2 teaspoons of bicarbonate of soda and mix.

  2. 2

    Check the peas after 1 hour and add more water until they are fully submersed. Soak overnight.

    60 min
  3. 3

    Rinse the peas thoroughly with many changes of water then place in a large pot. Add boiling water to cover the peas and stir in 1 teaspoon of bicarbonate of soda.

  4. 4

    Bring back to the boil and simmer on a very low light for around 90 minutes, stirring frequently. Don't let the peas catch or the whole batch will be ruined.

    90 min
  5. 5

    When you are satisfied with the consistency, stir in the mint sauce. Check for seasoning and add salt and/or sugar to taste. Serve.hot.

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