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January 25, 2010 Print version here.



Indian Split Pea Dahl

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This rich and flavorful South Asian staple is packed with protein from the split peas. Serve over a generous portion of brown rice. Chutney is a nice accompaniment.

 

Directions

Makes 6 servings

1 1/2 cups dry yellow split peas
3 cups water+ 1/2 cup water, divided
1 large onion, chopped
1 small green bell pepper, seeded and chopped
1 teaspoon turmeric
1/2 teaspoon curry powder
1 1/2 teaspoons black mustard seeds
1 juice of 1 lemon
1 salt, to taste
3 cups cooked brown rice

Simmer split peas in 3 cups water for 30 minutes, or until tender. Add more water, if needed.

In a separate saucepan, simmer onion, bell pepper, turmeric, curry powder, mustard seeds, and 1/2 cup water for 15 minutes. Mix with split peas and add lemon juice and salt. Serve over rice.

Nutrition Information

Per serving (1/6 of recipe):

Calories: 272
Fat: 1.8 g
Saturated Fat: 0.3 g
Calories from Fat: 6.1%
Cholesterol: 0 mg

Protein: 13.4 g
Carbohydrates: 51.8 g
Sugar: 2.1 g
Fiber: 16.8 g

Sodium: 157 mg
Calcium: 37 mg
Iron: 2.4 mg
Vitamin C: 12 mg
Beta-Carotene: 104 mcg
Vitamin E: 0.5 mg

Recipe from The Survivor's Handbook: Eating Right for Cancer Survival


 

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