Crisp Split Peas

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Servings: 4 Difficulty: Advanced
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Crispy, spiced fried split peas make for a savory vegan snack or crunchy salad topper.
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This recipe transforms humble yellow split peas into a delightfully crunchy snack or salad topping. By soaking the peas overnight with baking soda, they become tender enough to fry but retain a satisfying bite. Deep-fried until golden and crispy, they are then tossed with a warm blend of coriander, cinnamon, cloves, and chili powder. The result is a complex, aromatic treat that offers a great textural contrast. Perfect for garnishing soups, adding crunch to salads, or enjoying as a spicy, savory snack on its own. It’s an easy, plant-based way to elevate simple ingredients into something special.

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Crisp Split Peas

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Difficulty: Advanced
Servings: 4 Calories: 48.6

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This recipe transforms humble yellow split peas into a delightfully crunchy snack or salad topping. By soaking the peas overnight with baking soda, they become tender enough to fry but retain a satisfying bite. Deep-fried until golden and crispy, they are then tossed with a warm blend of coriander, cinnamon, cloves, and chili powder. The result is a complex, aromatic treat that offers a great textural contrast. Perfect for garnishing soups, adding crunch to salads, or enjoying as a spicy, savory snack on its own. It&# 226;ÂÂs an easy, plant-based way to elevate simple ingredients into something special.

Ingredients

Directions

  1. Rinse the yellow split peas thoroughly and sort through them to remove any debris.
  2. Place the peas in a large bowl and cover with enough cold water to submerge them completely.
  3. Stir in the baking soda to help soften the peas during soaking.
  4. Let the peas soak overnight in the refrigerator.
  5. Drain the peas and rinse them several times with cold water until the water runs clear.
  6. Drain thoroughly and let the peas stand for at least 30 minutes to dry out slightly.
  7. Spread the peas out on paper towels and pat them dry; let them sit until completely dry to prevent oil splatter.
  8. In a deep, heavy saucepan, heat about 2 inches of vegetable oil to 350ðF (180ðC).
  9. Test the oil by dropping in a small bread cube; it should turn golden brown in about 65 seconds.
  10. Carefully add the dried peas to the hot oil in small portions to avoid overcrowding.
  11. Fry the peas, stirring occasionally, until they are golden brown and crispy, being careful of bubbling oil.
  12. Remove the fried peas from the oil using a slotted spoon.
  13. Drain the peas on a layer of paper towels to remove excess oil.
  14. Transfer the warm peas to a small bowl.
  15. Sprinkle with chili powder, ground coriander, ground cinnamon, ground cloves, and salt.
  16. Toss the peas gently to coat them evenly with the spice mixture.
  17. Let the spiced peas cool completely before serving or storing.
  18. Store in an airtight container to maintain crispness.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 4

Amount Per Serving
Calories 48.6kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 0.2g1%
Saturated Fat 0.0g0%
Cholesterol 0.0mg0%
Sodium 3.0mg1%
Total Carbohydrate 8.4g3%
Dietary Fiber 3.4g14%
Sugars 3.4g
Protein 3.2g7%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Keywords: crispy, snack, split peas, fried, vegan, spicy, coriander, cinnamon, chili powder, salad topping, yellow split peas, gluten-free, deep fried, plant-based, crunchy, spiced, homemade, appetizer, garnish, comfort food
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