Split Peas Recipe:
Easy Split Pea Fritters

Yield: 16 to 18 fritters

Ingredients:

• 1 cup dried split peas (yields approximately 3 cups cooked)
• 3 cups water or broth
• 2 eggs
• 1/3 cup flour
• 1 tsp salt
• 1/2 tsp pepper
• 1 medium onion, chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 tsp cumin (or curry powder, if you prefer)
• Non-stick cooking spray

Steps:

1. Pick over dried peas to remove any loose dirt or skin. Add peas and water to a saucepan. Bring to a boil and simmer until peas are tender (20 to 30 minutes).
2. In a medium skillet over medium heat, saute onion, garlic, and cumin until fragrant (3 to 5 minutes). Remove from heat.
3. Drain cooked peas. Pour into a food processor or blender. Add in the onion mixture, salt, and pepper. Puree this mixture for 2 minutes, pausing once or twice to scrape down the sides. Taste and adjust seasonings if necessary.
4. Add eggs and flour into the food processor. Process for another minute; the mixture should have a consistency similar to hummus.
5. Spray a large skillet with non-stick cooking spray and set over medium heat. Drop the batter in by tablespoonfuls, slightly flattening them so they look like mini pancakes. Cook for about 2 to 3 minutes and gently flip over to finish the other side.

Submitted by: Sofia Layarda, MPH, RD of HealthCastle.com