How To Make Greek Fava | Split Pea Dip

fava beans

🥗Healthier: split peas

💰Cheaper: canned beans

Split peas are more affordable and still provide a similar texture.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Vegetable oil is a budget-friendly alternative for cooking.

parsley

🥗Healthier: cilantro

💰Cheaper: spinach

Spinach is less expensive and adds a different green note.

Place split peas in a bowl and pour boiling water over them, stirring until the water turns brown.

Chop carrot, onion, and garlic into thick slices and place them in a pot.

Add 2 tablespoons of olive oil, salt, black pepper, and sugar to the pot.

Place the pot over high heat and sauté the vegetables for 2-3 minutes until they soften, being careful not to let them turn too golden.

Drop 2 bay leaves into the pot and drain the split peas.

Add the split peas and stock to the pot and stir.

Simmer for 20-25 minutes until the water evaporates, stirring occasionally.

Remove from heat and discard the bay leaves.

Transfer the contents of the pot to a food processor.

Add lemon zest, juice from 1 lemon, and 4 tablespoons of olive oil to the food processor.

Optionally, add 1 teaspoon of curcuma.

Blend until the mixture is pureed and has a smooth consistency.

To serve, place a link on your plate and add the fava, garnishing with roasted tomatoes, roasted shallots, spring onions, edible flowers, and a drizzle of olive oil.

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