Soaked and cooked hara vatana
Clean, wash and soak the hara vatana in plenty of water for 6 to 8 hours. Drain and cook in a vessel full of water till just done and use as per the recipe.
• Use split peas to make dal, the classic Indian dish.
• Split pea soup is a delicious way to enjoy this nutritious legume.
• Purée cooked peas with your favourite herbs and spices and serve as a side dish.
• Add whole peas to vegetable soups.
How to store hara vatana, dried green peas, sukhe hare matar
• Dried peas will remain good for several months if stored in an airtight container in a cool, dry, dark place.
• If you need to store for longer, then refrigerate it in an airtight container or cover.
Health benefits of hara vatana, dried green peas, sukhe hare matar
Dried green peas are a good source of
cholesterol-lowering fibre, hence beneficial for a
healthy heart. They also help in managing
diabetes since their
high fibre content prevents blood sugar levels from rising rapidly after a meal. Dried peas also provide important minerals like
potassium,
phosphorus,
magnesium,
iron and
zinc. With their high
protein content, dried green peas are an excellent source way to nourish the cells of the body, especially for vegetarians.