Curried Split Peas

Ingredients

 * ½ – 1 lb split peas 450 g
 * ½ medium onion (chopped)
 * 2 cloves garlic (crushed)
 * 1 tbsp coconut oil 15 ml
 * ½ tsp cumin 2 ml
 * ¾ tsp salt 4 ml
 * 1 tbsp yellow ginger 15 ml

Directions

 * 1) In medium sized skillet, put 4 cups water, add peas and boil until tender.
 * 2) Add more water if necessary.
 * 3) Blend cooked peas in blender on medium speed for 15 seconds.
 * 4) Return blended peas to pot.
 * 5) Chonko (sauté) onion and garlic in hot fat.
 * 6) Add to blended peas.
 * 7) Season with cumin, yellow ginger and salt.
 * 8) Cook over low heat for 8 – 10 minutes.
 * 9) Serve with white rice.
 * 10) Accompaniment to the main dish.