Dahl Palak (Spinach And Split Peas)

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Serving Size : 4 servings.
Category : Indian


Amount Measure Ingredient -- Preparation Method
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1/2 cup split peas
2 cups water
1/4 teaspoon turmeric
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 pound spinach -- chopped
3 tablespoons butter/oleo
1 tablespoon ginger -- fresh and chopped
4 garlic cloves -- chopped
1 tablespoon garam masala
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1 pinch salt



Ready, set, cook!



Soak split peas in 2 cups water 1 hour. Add turmeric and 1/2 tsp salt
to split peas. Boil 10 minutes in same water used to soak peas. Add
spinach and cook until most of the liquid has been absorbed and split
peas are done. Meanwhile, heat butter/oleo in a skillet. Add ginger
and garlic. Cook until garlic is golden. Add Garam Masala (see recipe
called "Garam Masala"). Immediately add the seasoned ginger and garlic
to the spinach-split pea mixture. Add lemon juice and salt to taste
and serve.

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