Dhal and Rice

Author: Renz @ HomeMadeZagat INGREDIENTS: PREP TIME: 10 MINSCOOK TIME: 2 HOURTOTAL TIME: 2 HOURS AND 10 MINS Yield: Serves 4 - 6 For Dhal 2 cups of split peas 1/2 white onion, sliced 4 cloves of garlic (2 mashed and 2 sliced) 3/4 teaspoon turmeric 3/4 teaspoon cumin 1 large hot pepper 7 cups water water for soaking 2 tablespoon oil Salt and pepper to taste For Rice 4 cups rice Water INSTRUCTIONS For Dhal Add split peas to a bowl and fill with enough water to cover peas Leave for a few hours or overnight to swell Mash 2 garlic cloves Once peas are soaked, put water to boil in a deep pan until a high boil Drain off water from peas, and add peas to boiling water Add garlic, turmeric, onion, pepper and bring water to a high boil Cover pot and put stove to low and leave to simmer for 1 and a half hours. (time can vary depending on stove) When peas are tender add salt and pepper to taste or more liquid to get to consistency you want Whip or use blender to make a smooth texture to your liking. Heat oil in a separate pan on a medium heat. Add sliced garlic to pan and brown. Add hot oil and garlic to dhal mix and stir. Transfer to serving dish For Rice Boil rice using your preferred method