Cold Indian Split Pea Soup - cooking recipe

Ingredients

1 1/3 cups yellow split peas
5 1/2 cups water
1/2 teaspoon turmeric
2 tablespoons lemon juice
1 fresh green chile, seeded and finely chopped
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon ground coriander
6 tablespoons plain yogurt
salt
pepper

Preparation

Pick over the peas to remove any grit & then wash and drain them.
Place the drained peas in a large saucepan with water and turmeric. Bring to a boil.
Reduce heat and cover. Simmer for 90 minutes or until peas are tender. Remove from heat.
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.
Transfer to a serving bowl and refrigerate until cool.
Garnish with a swirl of yogurt.