Pantry Clean Out Spiced Yellow Split Peas

Pantry Clean Out Spiced Yellow Split Peas

Pantry Clean Out Spiced Yellow Split Peas

You might recall that during my trip to my mother-in-law's in London, I set out to thoroughly investigate the pantry. She had an extensive assortment of dry and canned ingredients, which motivated me to cook with those and only a few fresh ingredients.

Indeed, you guessed right—I found some split peas in the cupboards too! Not only do they inspire creativity, but they also remind us to diversify our diet. Therefore, I've prepared this Pantry Clean Out Spiced Yellow Split Peas. However, this recipe can also be made with red or yellow split peas.

What are the benefits of eating more split peas?

Split peas are rich in protein, iron, zinc, and phosphorus. Including split peas and other legumes in your diet may help lower cholesterol, hypertension, and the risk of prediabetes, and may also provide significant anti-inflammatory benefits.

Split peas are rich in phytates, which might be a key factor in the occurrence of colon cancer, and they may also offer protective benefits against osteoporosis. The safest type of iron, known as “non-heme iron,” is present in split peas, other legumes, and various fruits, vegetables, nuts, and seeds. Split peas and other whole foods are sources of magnesium, which may positively influence certain metabolic and inflammatory conditions, such as diabetes and heart disease. Source

Overall, this recipe is not only nutritious and budget-friendly but also delicious, thanks to the use of complementary spices.

Pantry Clean Out Spiced Yellow Split Peas

Ingredients

300 g red or yellow split peas, soaked overnight

3 tbsp olive oil

1 onion, peeled and chopped

2 tsp garlic paste or 1 tsp garlic powder

1 tsp ground coriander

2 tsp Gara masala

2 tsp turmeric

1 tbsp dried parsley

1 tsp cayenne pepper

1L or 4 cups of vegetable stock (from bouillon or stock cubes)

Instructions

Warm the oil and sauté the onion with garlic over medium heat. Incorporate the spices, stir thoroughly, and sauté until fragrant (approximately 1-2 minutes).

After draining the soaked split peas, add them to the pan along with the stock and some extra salt. Cook for approximately 1 to 1.5 hours until they are thoroughly cooked and slightly mushy.

Pair with rice and your preferred vegan sour cream. Additionally, consider adding extra chilies if you enjoy a spicy kick!

Pantry Clean Out Spiced Yellow Split Peas

Pantry Clean Out Spiced Yellow Split Peas