Atar allecha

4 servings

Ingredients

QuantityIngredient
cupOnion; chopped
2clovesGarlic; finely chopped
1tablespoonCorn oil
1cupSplit green peas; soaked, cooked, drained, mashed
½teaspoonTumeric; ground
½teaspoonSalt
3teaspoonsHot green pepper; finely chopped
1cupWater

Directions

Atar Allecha is a spiced green pea puree.

Soak peas for one hour. Cook for ½ hour. Drain. Mash. Set aside.

In dry pan over moderate low heat, stir fry the onion and garlic for 2 mins. Add oil and stir fry one minute more.

Add the mashed peas, tumeric, salt, and chili. Mix well. Add the water and cook 3-4 mins longer to reduce the mixture to a thick, green, well spiced puree.

Serve with warm Injeera.