Palakachi Aamti Recipe

•     (spinach and split-pea stew)
•     Serves 4
• 1 c. tur dal or possibly yellow split peas
• 3 c. water
• 1/2 tsp oil
• 1 tsp chopped garlic
• 2 x tomatoes, minced
• 1 bn spinach, washed and minced
• 1/2 tsp turmeric
•     Salt to taste
• 1/2 tsp brown sugar
• 1 tsp butter, ghee (clarified butter) or possibly oil
• 1/2 tsp cumin seeds
• 3 x to 4 dry red chilies, or possibly to taste

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