Samosas, authentic

Ingredients

• 1 c dry USA green or yellow split peas rinsed
• 2 1/2 c water
• 2 medium potatoes
• 1 tsp salt
• 1 Tbs canola oil
• 1 medium red onion chopped
• 1 1/2 tsp minced fresh ginger
• 2 tsp ground coriander with a few whole coriander seeds sprinkled in
• 1/2 tsp green chilli
• 1 tsp garam masala
• 1-2 tsp salt
• Vegetable oil for deep frying
• Chutney or tomato ketchup for dipping
• 200 g all-purpose flour
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1-1/2 cup canola oil
• 100 ml water