Ethiopian Yellow Split Pea Stew
 
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Discover how to make a quick and easy version of the Ethiopian yellow split pea dish Yekik Alicha. Made in under 60 minutes this fragrant dish is dairy-free and healthy.
Recipe type: Vegan
Cuisine: African
Serves: 4-6
Ingredients
  • 1 cup yellow split peas
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tsp ginger, minced
  • 3 Tbsp coconut oil (can sub with olive oil)
  • 1½ brown onions, chopped
  • 2 tsp tumeric
  • 3 cups water
  • salt, for seasoning
Instructions
  1. Rinse the the split peas and then place in a pot covered with water and bring to the boil.
  2. Boil for 5 minutes and then leave to the side in the water.
  3. In a large pot (preferably cast iron) add the coconut oil and onions and cook the onions on a low heat until translucent.
  4. Add the ginger and garlic and tumeric to the pot and cook for 1 minute.
  5. Drain the split peas and add to the pot and add the 3 cups of water.
  6. Cover with a lid and clook on a low heat until the split peas are soft (approx. 45 minutes).
  7. Season well and serve
Recipe by Pineapple Pineapple at http://pineapplepineapple.co.nz/ethiopian-yellow-split-pea-stew-yekik-alicha/