12 large shrimp, peeled
l/2 teaspoon ground cumin seed
1/2 teaspoon ground cardamom seed
1/4 teaspoon finely minced garlic
1/4 teaspoon ground coriander seed
1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/8 teaspoon ground clove
1/8 teaspoon salt
Pinch cayenne pepper
2 teaspoons light vegetable oil (like safflower)
1 tablespoon unsalted butter
1 cup finely minced onion (about 2 medium onions)
4 teaspoons finely minced garlic
4 teaspoons finely minced ginger root
l teaspoon finely minced jalapeno (adjust to desired heat)
2 cups yellow split peas, washed
l teaspoon ground coriander seed
l teaspoon ground cumin seed
1 teaspoon celery seed
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon ground clove
8 cups chicken stock
1 cup finely diced fresh tomato
l/4 cup finely chopped onion
1/4 cup minced cilantro leaves
1/2 teaspoon minced jalapeno
2 teaspoons fresh lemon juice
l/2 teaspoon grated lemon rind