Chicken Dal Curry

Ingredients

For 4 servings

• 1/2 cup yellow split peas
• 2 1/2 lbs (8) bone-in chicken thighs, skin removed
• 1 tablespoon paprika
• 1/2 teaspoon turmeric
• 1 3/4 teaspoon kosher salt
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 ounce piece ginger
• 2 1/2 cups minced yellow onion
• 1/3 cup minced garlic
• 1 to 3 Thai chiles (optional)
• 2 bay leaves
• 2 1/4 cups water
• 1 teaspoon Madras curry
• 1/2 teaspoon Garam Masala
• 1 cup cilantro sprigs for garnish
• 1 lime (cut into wedges for garnish)