1 cup Yellow split peas
1/2 tablespoon Olive oil
1/2 Garlic clove
1/8 teaspoon Chilli powder
1/4 teaspoon Turmeric
1/4 teaspoon Ground coriander
1/2 teaspoon Ground allspice
1/8 cup Lemon juice
1 teaspoon Lemon rind
250 grams Fresh fettucine
Fresh coriander sprigs
1. Place the peas in a large pan. Cover with cold water. Bring to the boil and boil, uncovered for 25 minutes. Drain. 2. Heat oil in a pan. Add onion and garlic and cook over a low heat for 2 minutes. Add the spices , stirring for 2 minutes. 3. Add the well drained peas, lemon juice and rind. Stir to combine and cook over a low heat for 8-10 minutes. 4. Cook the pasta in a large quantity of boiling water until just tender. Drain and place on a large serving plate. Pour sauce over the pasta and garnish with the coriander leaves.
Serve immediately.