Khichhari

Ingredients:

4 oz Yellow split peas
1 tb Ghee
1 ea Onion, chopped
1/2 ts Whole coriander seeds
1/2 ts Whole cumin seeds
1 ea 1/2 inch piece ginger, slice
1 ts Turmeric
1/4 ts Cayenne
4 oz Brown rice
1 ea Green chili, chopped
3/4 pt Water
1 ea Juice of half a lemon
2 ea Tomatoes, skinned & chopped
Salt

Method:

Steep peas in boiling water for 1 hour.
Drain & rinse well.
In a large pot, heat oil & fry onions & spices for 4 minutes over a medium heat.
Add split peas, rice & green chili.
Mix well.
Pour on water & lemon juice.
Add tomatoes, stir once & cover.
Simmer very gently for 40 minutes or until rice is soft.
Season & serve.
Split peas can be substituted for lentils.