Beya Kyaw

Description
Beya Kyaw (Split Pea Fritters) is a great accompaniment to soups or main course dishes.
 * This recipe makes 4 servings.

Ingredients

 * 200 g (7 oz) split peas, dried
 * 2 onions, finely chopped
 * 2 fresh red chili, finely chopped
 * 1 teaspoon ground turmeric
 * salt to taste
 * oil for deep frying

Directions

 * 1) Put the split peas in a large bowl filled with cold water and let the peas soak overnight.
 * 2) Drain the peas and reduce to a paste using a food processor.
 * 3) Add the onions, chili and ground turmeric to the paste and form into small balls, roughly the size of a golf ball.
 * 4) Next, slightly flatten the balls (½-inch thick).
 * 5) Deep-fry the fritters to a golden brown.
 * 6) Drain the fritters on absorbent paper and serve hot.