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Fava (Yellow Split Pea Puree)

Fava (Yellow Split Pea Puree)

Updated November 4, 2026

Creamy Greek split pea puree. Serve as a dip with bread and olive oil.

Cook time
1 hr 10 min
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Ingredients

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  • yellow split peas
  • onion
  • olive oil
  • capers
  • red onion, sliced

Instructions

Cook the peas
Cook the peas
Blend until smooth
Blend until smooth
Serve with bread
Serve with bread

Tomorrow's Meal

Crispy Fava Fritters with Yogurt Sauce

Leftover fava puree formed into patties, pan-fried until golden and crispy outside, creamy inside—served with cooling yogurt sauce

You'll need to pick up:

1 egg (binder)Breadcrumbs or flour (coating)Oil for fryingPlain yogurtFresh herbs (cilantro or parsley)Lemon

Quick overview:

  1. 1.Mix cold fava puree with 1 beaten egg and 2 tablespoons breadcrumbs until firm enough to hold shape
  2. 2.Form into 2-inch patties, coat lightly in breadcrumbs
  3. 3.Heat 1/4 inch oil in skillet over medium-high heat
  4. 4.Fry patties 3-4 minutes per side until golden brown and crispy
  5. 5.Drain on rack; season with salt and pepper
  6. 6.Whisk yogurt with minced fresh herbs, lemon juice, and garlic for sauce
  7. 7.Serve fritters hot with yogurt sauce for dipping

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