Legumes in Garlic and Onions
Source: Rani, "Feast of India"
(6 servings)
2 c Pigeon peas, soaked, 20 mins
1 qt Water
1/2 ts Turmeric
Salt
1/4 c Oil
1 tb Black mustard seeds
2 ts Cumin seeds
1 md Onion, finely chopped
6 ea Garlic cloves, chopped
1/2 ts Dried red chilies
Wash pigeon peas & boil them with the water & turmeric & salt for 20 minutes. Heat oil in medium pot, add mustard & cumin seeds & fry until mustard seeds start to pop. Stir in onion & garlic & fry till browned & & soft. Mix in ground chili & stir for 30 seconds. Remove & pour over peas. Stir thoroughly, cover & simmer for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally. Serve hot with plain rice.
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