Yellow Split Pea Dal

Name: Yellow Split Pea Dal
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 1 h
Total time: 1 h 10 min
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 1 tablespoon olive oil; 1 large onion, (diced); 3 garlic cloves, (minced); 1 teaspoon freshly grated ginger; 1 1/2 teaspoons ground cumin; 1/2 teaspoon ground turmeric; 1 1/2 cups dried yellow split peas; 4 cups vegetable broth; 6 whole cloves; 1 cinnamon stick ((2 inches)); 1 tablespoon lemon juice; 1 teaspoon sambal oelek, (or to taste); Salt and pepper, (to taste); Fresh cilantro leaves, (for topping); Cooked basmati rice, (for serving)

Instructions

Prep:10minCook:1h

This flavorful and warming Afghan-inspired split pea dal is made with creamy yellow split peas simmered with ginger and spices. A comforting vegan meal that's easy enough for a weeknight!

Updated at: Fri, 21 Aug 2026 05:03:57 GMT