Traditional Greek Fava (Yellow Split Pea Dip)

Traditional Greek Fava (Yellow Split Pea Dip) 700 518 Sparta Gourmet

Traditional Greek Fava (Yellow Split Pea Dip)

4-6 portions / Preparation time: 20′

Ingredients
  • 1 liter boiling water
  • 200 g yellow split peas
  • 1 red onion
  • 2 spring onions
  • 7 tablespoons olive oil
  • Sweet paprika
  • salt
  • 2 bay leaves
  • Fresh oregano
  • juice from 1 lemon
Method

1|

Place the split peas in a bowl, pour boiling water over them and stir well until the water changes color.

2|

Drain and transfer to another bowl and set aside.

3|

Chop the onion into 4 thick slices and place them in the pot.

4|

Add 2 tablespoons of olive oil, salt, pepper and bay leaves.

5|

Place pot over high heat and stir the vegetables for 2-3 minutes until soft.

6|

Add the split peas and stir.

7|

Simmer for 20 minutes stirring all the time, until the water evaporates.

8|

Remove from heat and take out the bay leaves.

9|

Transfer the contents to a food processor.

10|

Add the lemon juice and 5 tablespoons of olive oil.

11|

Beat until the mixture is smooth.

12|

Serve with roasted spring onions, drizzle with some extra virgin olive oil, sprinkle with some fresh oregano, sweet paprika.