Hin kyar pe (Burmese dried pea stew)

Instructions

1. Soak the dried peas overnight in cold water, then drain them.
2. Thinly slice the onion and garlic, then fry them in the oil for 5 minutes until golden.
3. Add the turmeric, the ginger and the chopped tomatoes, and cook for 5 minutes.
4. Stir in the drained peas and cover with enough water.
5. Cover and simmer for 50 minutes, stirring from time to time, until the peas are soft and tender.
6. Add the chilli and the cumin, then adjust the salt.
7. Serve hot with white rice, red onion rings and lime.