How do I know when yellow split peas are cooked?
After having boiled for initially 10 minutes and then simmered for an hour my yellow split peas are still firm and a little gritty.
If cooked long enough do they ever get soft like a red kidney bean?
They are the cheapest pulse on the shelf and I'm beginning to think the least responsive to cooking.
I soak these overnight so they are fully re-hydrated by the time of cooking.
I cook in enough water to cover them.
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You probably haven't added enough water. Split peas are dried, cooking re-hydrates them, but only if there's enough to for them to absorb. You need to add at least double the water as peas, a bit like rice in that respect. It's also possible you have old peas, or they are a variety that simply needs a longer cooking time. Hard water can also slow down cooking.
Try using softened water if you can, and more of it. An overnight soak can also work wonders.
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Cook for at least 20 minutes, covered, until the yellow split peas are fully cooked, stirring occasionally. If you prefer a smoother texture, continue to cook the dal for an additional 10 to 15 minutes to allow the yellow split peas to break up even more.How do I know when split peas are done?
The peas only need to be cooked until they are tender. But if you like a smoother, creamier texture, cook them longer until they soften and fall apart. If you like really silky soup, take the extra step of pureeing the peas once they have softened.Are yellow split peas crunchy when cooked?
If you soak them they will be soft if you boil them for about 40 minutes. If you dont soak they will probably be a bit crunchy. You could bring them to the boil and then leave them for about an hour in the water. Don't add salt until they are soft as that makes pulses tough.Are yellow split peas soft when cooked?
Note: Split peas should soften just fine in this amount of cooking time. They do not need presoaking. If your split peas are hard after this length of cooking time, there is something wrong with the peas or with your water. If the peas are very old and dried out, they won't soften.What is the texture of cooked yellow split peas?
Yellow Split Peas are about 1/4 inch wide and pale yellow to beige in color. They have a mild, earthy flavor and soft, granular texture when cooked.How to cook Yellow Split peas (Kik Wot) Ethiopian vegetarian dish |
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I had that happen one time with my yellow split peas. No matter cooking time they stayed 'gritty' like you said. I came to the conclusion (after reading up) that the batch had been stored far too long and/ or heat damaged during storage.
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