Spicy Split Peas Dhaltjies (Chili bites)
Ingredients
Ingredients
1 cup Akila green split peas (soaked for two hours or overnight)
Water, as needed for blending
1 cup flour, or as needed to get a loose dropping consistency batter
2 tsps fresh coriander, chopped
1 small onion, finely chopped
4 garlic cloves, grated
3 green chili, finely chopped
2 tsps salt
2 tsps jeera
2 Tbsps curry powder
2 tsps cumin seeds
2 tsps aniseed
1 handful of spinach, chopped
1 heaped tsp baking powder
Oil, for deep frying
Method
01
Method
Blend the green split peas, with the water it soaked in. Add more water as needed to blend the split peas until smooth.
02
Method
In a large bowl, add the blended split peas, together with the other ingredients. Mix together until well combined
03
Method
Add the oil into a deep frying pan over medium heat
04
Method
Using a tablespoon, scoop up some of the batter (use another spoon to help gather the batter if needed) and carefully drop the batter in the oil and fry until golden brown on both sides.
05
Method
Remove from the pan and place on paper towelling to drain off excess oil
06
Method
Serve with chili dip or chili chutney.