Split Pea Dip (Φάβα)

Ingredients 

 

 1 cup yellow split peas 

 1 onion 

 2-3 cups water 

 2 tbsp lemon juice 

 2 tsp minced garlic 

 1 tsp parsley 

 1 tsp salt 

 1/2 tsp pepper 

 1/2 tsp thyme 

 1/2 tsp dill 

 

 Method 

 

 Finely chop onion and sauté with garlic until translucent. 

 Wash peas and add to onion, then sauté for 2-3 minutes. 

 Add salt, pepper, parsley, thyme, and water. 

 Bring to the boil and simmer for 30-60 minutes or until peas are completely soft. 

 Stir in lemon juice and stir well until mostly smooth.