Soak 1/2 cup split peas and 1/4 cup pink lentils for an hour.
Drain and coarsely grind it.
Add 1 finely chopped red onion, finely chopped 2 garlic cloves, 2 tablespoons finely chopped fresh cilantro, salt, and juice of 1 lemon and mix well. Roll them into 1-inch size balls.
Heat 2 cups vegetable oil in a shallow pan on medium-high heat. Gently fry the dumplings, until crisp and cooked, about 4 to 6 minutes.