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Fava — Greek Yellow Split Pea Purée
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1 cup
Yellow Split Peas
1 medium, quartered
Yellow or Red Onion
3
Garlic Cloves
1 rib, rough chop
Celery
1/4 cup
Extra Virgin Olive Oil
Capers or Caper Berries
1 teaspoon
Kosher Salt
1
Carrot, chopped
1
Bay leaf
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Travel with me to Santorini to make Fava.
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Santorini yellow split peas vs. conventional yellow split peas.
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Add 1 cup rinsed yellow split peas, salt, onion, garlic, celery, and carrot to a pot.
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Pour in 4 cups of water. Bring to a boil.
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When boiling, remove scum from surface. Add bay leaf. Partially cover. Simmer for 1 hour.
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Remove bay leaf. Add 1/4 cup of olive oil.
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Let the fava cool. Then purée using an immersion blender or regular blender until smooth.
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Adjust seasonings to taste. Garnish with capers, caper berries, or caramelized onions.
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Find the full recipe on MySweetGreek.com
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Christina Xenos
I’m a cookbook author and chef who loves showing you how to make healthy and delicious food easily.
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