Chana dhal (or dal)

1. Wash peas in cold running water.
2. When water runs clear set aside to soak for 4 hours.
3. Drain peas and put in sauce pan wit turmeric, salt, and green chilies.
4. Add enough water to cover by 1 inch, and bring to a boil.
5. Partly cover pan, reduce heat and simmer for 1 hour or until water has been absorbed and peas are tender but not mushy.
6. Add more water if necessary meanwhile, heat corn oil in a skillet.
7. Add mustard seeds and cover pan. Sautei for 2 minutes.
8. Uncover pan, add onion and garlic, fry until golden.
9. Stiri in cayenne pepper and cook for 30 seconds.
10. Add cooked spices to the peas.
11. Stir cook for 2 minutes.