EAST INDIAN SPLIT PEA PILAF
Yellow split peas, chicken broth and savory spices turn long grain rice into a piquant pilaf. "This recipe was given to me by a friend from India," notes Marilyn Rodriguez of Fairbanks, Alaska. "It's a great side dish to go with curry recipes."
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Side Dishes
Time 1h5m
Yield 6 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- In a large saucepan, combine peas and 4 cups water. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 30-35 minutes or until tender. Drain and keep warm., In a large nonstick skillet, cook the bay leaf in oil until golden, about 3 minutes. Add onion; saute until tender. Stir in the seasonings; saute for 30 seconds. Add the rice; cook and stir for 3 minutes. Stir in broth and remaining water. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 20-25 minutes or until rice is tender. Add peas; heat through. Discard bay leaf.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 214 calories, Fat 7g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 572mg sodium, Carbohydrate 30g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 8g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
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tashi rajpoot
[email protected]This pilaf is a must-try for anyone who loves Indian food. It's packed with flavor and the split peas add a nice texture.
Hector Morales
[email protected]I'm definitely going to be making this pilaf again. It's a great way to use up leftover split peas and it's so flavorful.
Johar Khan
[email protected]This pilaf was delicious! I loved the combination of split peas and rice. The spices were perfect and it was so easy to make.
BD Santo
[email protected]Overall, I thought this pilaf was pretty good. It was easy to make and the flavors were nice. I would definitely make it again.
Stanley Adebayo
[email protected]This recipe is a great starting point, but it needs some tweaking to make it perfect. I'll definitely be experimenting with different spices and vegetables next time.
liaquat khan
[email protected]The instructions were a bit unclear in some places. I had to guess at what to do in a few steps.
brashaun 23
[email protected]This pilaf was a bit too oily for my taste. I'll probably use less oil next time I make it.
Rakib Vai
[email protected]I found this recipe to be a bit bland. I added some extra spices and vegetables to give it more flavor.
bubacarr sambou
[email protected]This pilaf was a bit too spicy for my taste, but I still enjoyed it. I'll probably tone down the spices a bit next time I make it.
Rehan Rajpoot
[email protected]I'm not a huge fan of split peas, but I really enjoyed this pilaf. The flavors were great and the rice was cooked perfectly.
Ananda Khan
[email protected]This pilaf is a great way to get your kids to eat their veggies. The split peas are disguised in the rice and the spices make it taste delicious.
royal rain ochuba
[email protected]I love the combination of split peas and rice in this pilaf. It's a hearty and satisfying dish that's perfect for a cold winter night.
Mehtab Mughal
[email protected]This recipe is a great way to add some variety to your weeknight meals. It's healthy, delicious, and easy to make.
MD YUOSUF
[email protected]I made this pilaf for a potluck and it was a big hit! Everyone loved the unique flavor and texture.
sahad alom
[email protected]This pilaf was a great way to use up some leftover split peas. It was easy to make and very tasty.
Zak Zak
[email protected]I love how this recipe uses simple ingredients to create such a delicious dish. The split peas and rice were cooked perfectly and the spices were well-balanced.
nur Alowam
[email protected]This dish was easy to make and turned out great! The split peas gave it a nice texture and the spices were perfect.
Jerry Inukpuk
[email protected]I'm not usually a fan of split peas, but this recipe changed my mind. The pilaf was so flavorful and satisfying. I'll definitely be making it again.
Lamarkus Davis
[email protected]This split pea pilaf was a hit with my family! The flavors were amazing and the rice was cooked perfectly. I will definitely be making this again.