Khichhari

Ingredients

95 gr split peas
14 gr ghee
1 onion
1 gr coriander seeds
1 gr cumin seeds
1/2 ginger
3 gr turmeric
1 gr cayenne
55 gr brown rice
1 green chili
350 ml water
1 juice
1/2 lemon
2 tomatoes

Instructions

Salt 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.