Categories: Dips

Ingredients

• 2 cups (~500g) dry yellow split peas, rinsed
• 3/4 cup roughly chopped red onion
• 3 scallions, chopped
• 4-6 cloves garlic, peeled and chopped
• 1/3 cup extra virgin olive oil, plus more for serving
• 2 teaspoons salt
• Paprika for garnish (optional)

Directions

1. Place the split peas in a large saucepan with 5 cups of warm water. Set the burner to high heat and allow the mixture to come to a boil. Skim any foam that forms on the surface of the liquid, then add the red onion, scallion, and garlic. Return the liquid to a boil, then turn the heat down to low and cover the pot. Simmer, stirring occasionally, until the peas are very tender, about 15 to 20 minutes.

2. Once the peas are tender, turn off the heat and add the olive oil and salt. Use an immersion blender to puree the mixture (or process in batches in a tabletop blender). Taste and add more salt as needed.

3. The fava will thicken as it cools. Serve topped with a generous drizzle of olive oil and a sprinkle of paprika; provide crusty bread and/or sliced vegetables for dipping.

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