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Correo Electrónico
Ingredientes
- 1 cup dried black-eyed peas (Duguid says this recipe works for chickpeas as well)
- 4 cups water
- 1 large shallot, coarsely chopped, plus 1/4 cup sliced shallots (about 5 shallots total)
- 1 inch-long knob of ginger, minced or grated
- 2 tablespoons peanut or other neutral oil
- 1/4 teaspoon ground tumeric
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 2 teaspoons fish sauce or 1-2 teaspoons soy sauce
- juice of 1 lime
- 3 tablespoons chopped cilantro, dill, or mint (or a mixture)
- 2 teaspoons maple syrup, optional
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Nutrition Facts
| Amount Per Recipe | %DV |
|---|---|
| Recipe Size 1044g | |
| Calories 171 | |
| Calories from Fat 79 | 46% |
| Total Fat 8.76g | 11% |
| Saturated Fat 3.68g | 15% |
| Trans Fat 0.0g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 2144mg | 89% |
| Potassium 282mg | 8% |
| Total Carbs 21.49g | 6% |
| Dietary Fiber 1.8g | 6% |
| Sugars 13.31g | 9% |
| Protein 4.29g | 7% |
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