DOUGH:

1 lb. flour (regular or whole wheat)
1 1/2 tsp. salt
1 1/2 tsp. baking powder
1 tsp. sugar
3 tbsp. vegetable oil
1 c. water
1/2 c. milk or 1 1/2 cups water

PEAS:

1/2 lb. peas (yellow split)
1 tsp. turmeric or curry
3 c. water
1 clove garlic
1 tbsp. whole cumin seeds or 2 tsp. ground cumin
Piece of hot pepper (optional)

Blend together flour, salt, baking powder, sugar, milk and water. Knead into dough until soft and elastic. Form into balls, rub with oil and let rest.

Boil split peas in water with turmeric, salt and garlic until half cooked, about 30 minutes. Dry cumin and grind with peas and pepper. Stuff moderate amount into ball and roll out to 1/4 inch thick.

Place dough on hot greased baking stove. Dab with oil, using a stick with piece of cloth at end or paper. Turn constantly until cooked, brown and puffy.