Green Beans with
Yellow Split Peas and Ginger

 

Beans Poriyal, a stir-fry dish makes a tasty side dish for any meal.

Ingredients:
 
1/2
 cup yellow split peas  
1/2
teaspoon turmeric, divided
 
2
 tablespoons canola or corn oil  
3/4
 teaspoon cumin seeds
 
1
 tablespoon minced fresh ginger  
1
 green chili pepper; finely chopped
    salt to taste (optional)      
Directions:
 
1.
Boil 2 1/2 cups of water. Add the split peas and 1/4 teaspoon turmeric. Cook over medium heat, uncovered, for 20 to 30 minutes, or until the split peas become tender. Drain and set aside.
 
2.
Place the oil in a skillet over medium heat. When the oil is hot, but not smoking, stir in cumin seeds; cook until the seeds become brown. Add the green beans and stir well.
 
3.
Add the ginger and the green chili. Cook, covered, over medium heat for about a minute. Add salt and the remaining 1`/4 teaspoon turmeric and 2 tablespoons water; mix well.
  4.
Cover and cook the beans over low heat for 3 to 5 minutes.
  5. When the beans are tender but still crisp, add the cooked split peas. Stir well.
  6. Remove from heat and keep covered until serving time. Be careful not to overcook the beans.