Ingredients for Atar Allecha
- 1 medium onion
- 2 cloves garlic
- 2 tablespoons corn oil
- 1 cup dried split green peas
- 1 teaspoon turmeric powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- Hot Green Peppers
- 1/2 cup water
- 1 to 2 teaspoons chili powder
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How to Make Atar Allecha
- Soak 1 cup of split green peas in water for at least 4 hours, or overnight.
- Drain the soaked peas and mash them thoroughly using a potato masher or food processor until smooth.
- Finely chop 1 medium onion and 2 cloves of garlic.
- Heat a dry pan over medium-low heat. Add the chopped onion and garlic and sauté for 2 minutes, stirring frequently, until softened.
- Add 2 tablespoons of oil (vegetable or clarified butter) to the pan and sauté for 1 minute more.
- Add the mashed peas, 1 teaspoon of turmeric powder, 1 teaspoon of salt (or to taste), and 1-2 teaspoons of chili powder (adjust to your spice preference).
- Mix well, ensuring all the peas are coated with the spices.
- Add ½ cup of water to the pan and cook for 3-4 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the mixture thickens into a vibrant green, well-spiced puree. Adjust water as needed to reach desired consistency.
- Serve hot with injera.
Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)
Sodium
12 g
Sugar
18g
Fat
1g
Carbs
10g
