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Fava
Also known as: φάβα
Velvety Greek Aegean yellow split-pea purée with onion, thyme, olive oil and lemon.
About Fava
Fava is a classic Greek Aegean purée made from yellow split peas, despite its bean-like name. This profile follows chef Argiro Barbarigou's plain island version with red onion, thyme, olive oil and lemon.
Yellow split peas bring a mild earthy sweetness, deepened by slowly softened onion. Olive oil gives rounded richness, while thyme and lemon keep the flavour fragrant and bright.
The finished fava is pale gold, glossy and very smooth, with a thick but softly spoonable consistency. A final sheen of olive oil and lemon lightens the velvety purée.
Allergens in this recipe
Allergen details are not yet confirmed.
Ingredients vary by restaurant. Confirm your allergens with staff before ordering.
Ingredients in Fava
Argiro Barbarigou's Classic Aegean Island Fava.
- Yellow split peasEarthy golden pulse base
- Red onionsSweet savoury depth
- WaterCooking liquid
- Extra-virgin olive oilRichness and smooth texture
- Fresh thymeHerbal aroma
- SaltSeasoning
- LemonBright finishing acidity
Ingredient details & uncertainties
Allergen information is incomplete. Unconfirmed details do not establish that an allergen is absent.
- Yellow split peas: . The source describes Santorini fava as yellow split peas; mapped to the established split-pea route
- Red onions:
- Water:
- Extra-virgin olive oil:
- Fresh thyme:
- Salt:
- Lemon:
Origins & food traditions
Greek chef Argiro Barbarigou supplies the complete classic Aegean island fava recipe selected here and identifies Santorini with the yellow split-pea dish. Greece's national tourism portal independently describes Santorini fava as a velvety golden purée traditionally served with olive oil and onion.
Cuisines & regions
- Greek Cuisine
- Aegean Cuisine
- Greek Home CookingCatalogue link pending review
- Aegean Turkish CuisineCatalogue link pending review
AI-generated illustration of one possible presentation. Recipes and ingredients vary; the image does not establish allergen content.