Cold Indian Split Pea Soup

• yellow split peas↗1 1⁄3 cups
• water↗5 1⁄2 cups
• turmeric↗1⁄2 teaspoon
• lemon juice↗2 tablespoons
• fresh green chile↗1

  seeded and finely chopped

• ground cumin↗1 teaspoon
• ground coriander↗1 teaspoon
• plain yogurt↗6 tablespoons
• salt↗
• pepper↗

Step-by-step instructions

1. 1

   Pick over the peas to remove any grit & then wash and drain them.

2. 2

   Place the drained peas in a large saucepan with water and turmeric. Bring to a boil.

3. 3

   Reduce heat and cover. Simmer for 90 minutes or until peas are tender. Remove from heat.

4. 4

   Put peas & liquid into a blender or food processor (prefer to use a hand blender in the pot). Add the lemon juice, cumin, coriander, chili, salt and pepper. Blend until smooth.

5. 5

   Transfer to a serving bowl and refrigerate until cool.

6. 6

   Garnish with a swirl of yogurt.