Khichhari

4 oz Yellow split peas

1 tb Ghee

1 ea Onion, chopped

1/2 ts Whole coriander seeds

1/2 ts Whole cumin seeds

1 ea 1/2 inch piece ginger, slice

1 ts Turmeric

1/4 ts Cayenne

4 oz Brown rice

1 ea Green chili, chopped

3/4 pt Water

1 ea Juice of half a lemon

2 ea Tomatoes, skinned & chopped

Salt Steep peas in boiling water for 1 hour. Drain & rinse well. In a large pot, heat oil & fry onions & spices for 4 minutes over a medium heat. Add split peas, rice & green chili. Mix well. Pour on water & lemon juice. Add tomatoes, stir once & cover. Simmer very gently for 40 minutes or until rice is soft. Season & serve.