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Split Pea Fritters in Spicy Sauce (Pakode ki Bhaji)

Make Split Pea Fritters in Spicy Sauce (Pakode ki Bhaji) at home with Vegetable Oil, Yellow Onions, Cumin Seeds, Ground Coriander, and Garlic. Scale it up or down for the number of people at the table.

Ingredients

• 1/4 cup
• 2
• 1 tsp
• 1 tbsp
• 1 tsp
• 1/2 tsp
• 2
• 3 cup
• 1/2
• 1 tsp
• 2 tbsp

Method (preview)

1. 1

   In a large frying pan over medium-high heat, warm the oil.

2. 2

   When hot, add the onion and cumin and cook, stirring occasionally, until the onions are light brown, about 7 minutes.

3. 3

   Add the ginger, ground coriander, garlic and turmeric. Let the spices sizzle for a few seconds.

4. 4

   Add the tomatoes and 2 cups of the water and bring to a boil over high heat.

5. 5

   Reduce the heat to low, cover, and cook until the sauce has the consistency of light cream, about 10 minutes.

6. 6

   Add the split pea fritters and the remaining 1 cup water.

7. 7

   Mix well, re-cover, and simmer for 10 minutes longer to blend the flavors.

8. 8

   Sprinkle with garam masala and cilantro and serve at once.

9. 9

   Serving Ideas: Serve with a rice dish, a stir fried vegetable, and salad.

10. 10

    Contributed to the FareShare Gazette by Jennie 09 October 2003 www.fareshare.net