Ye Siga Alicha Recipe

Cooking Instructions

1. 1

   Prepare the Split Peas

   Rinse the split peas under cold water until the water runs clear. This helps to remove any dust or impurities.

2. 2

   Chop the Vegetables

   Finely chop the onion, garlic, tomato, and carrot. Set aside.

3. 3

   Sauté the Aromatics

   In a large pot, heat the vegetable oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and garlic, sautéing until the onion is translucent.

4. 4

   Add Tomatoes and Carrots

   Stir in the chopped tomato and carrot, cooking for an additional 3-4 minutes until they soften.

5. 5

   Add Spices

   Add turmeric powder, cumin seeds, and salt to the pot, stirring well to combine with the vegetables.

6. 6

   Cook the Split Peas

   Add the rinsed split peas and water to the pot. Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and simmer for about 30 minutes, or until the peas are tender.

7. 7

   Blend for Creaminess

   Using an immersion blender, blend the mixture until smooth. If you don’t have an immersion blender, carefully transfer the mixture to a regular blender in batches.

8. 8

   Final Touches

   Stir in the chopped cilantro for freshness. Adjust seasoning with more salt if needed.

9. 9

   Serve

   Ladle the Siga Alicha into bowls and serve warm, optionally with rice or injera on the side.