Jul 14 2026
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Kik Alicha Recipe

Inspired by Treva
Time1h
Serves4

Mild yellow split pea stew with spices.

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Ingredients

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Base Ingredients

Spices

Finishing Touch

Method

Preparation

  1. 1

    Prepare the Peas

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

  2. 2

    Chop the Vegetables

    Finely chop the onion, garlic, and ginger. Set aside for later use.

Cooking

  1. 3

    Cook the Peas

    In a medium-sized pot, combine the rinsed yellow split peas and 4 cups of water. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat.

  2. 4

    Simmer

    Once boiling, reduce heat to low, cover, and let simmer for about 30-40 minutes or until the peas are soft and cooked through.

  3. 5

    Sauté the Aromatics

    In a separate pan, heat 2 tablespoons of vegetable oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion, garlic, and ginger, and sauté until the onion is translucent (about 5-7 minutes).

  4. 6

    Add Spices

    Stir in the turmeric powder, cumin seeds, and black pepper to the sautéed mixture. Cook for an additional 2 minutes to allow the spices to bloom.

  5. 7

    Combine and Season

    Once the split peas are cooked, add the sautéed mixture to the pot. Stir well to combine. Add salt to taste and let it simmer for another 5-10 minutes to meld the flavors.

Finishing Touch

  1. 8

    Add Lemon Juice

    Stir in the lemon juice to brighten the flavors of the stew.

  2. 9

    Garnish

    Serve hot, garnished with fresh cilantro. Enjoy your Kik Alicha!

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