European
Greece - Starters
Φάβα Σαντορίνης Μεζές (Fava Meze Santorinis)
Chef's Menu Description
Velvety yellow split pea dip from Santorini whipped with rich Kalamata olive oil and lemon juice, topped with sweet red onion, capers, and oregano.
Ingredients
- • 250g Santorini yellow split peas, 1 onion, 1 bay leaf, 1 litre water
- • 80ml Greek extra virgin olive oil, juice of 1 lemon, sea salt
- • Topping: finely chopped red onion, caper berries, wild oregano, warm pita bread
Preparation Steps
1
Phase 1
Simmer yellow split peas with water, chopped onion, and bay leaf for 40 minutes until disintegrated. Remove bay leaf.
2
Phase 2
Purée with an immersion blender while drizzling in olive oil, lemon juice, and salt until light, pale, and completely velvety.
3
Phase 3
Spread onto meze plates with decorative swirls.
4
Phase 4
Garnish with finely diced red onion, capers, wild oregano, and olive oil. Serve warm with grilled pita bread.