GREEK SPLIT PEAS WITH TOMATO SAUCE
The simple mezze below combines yellow split peas that are cooked down to a velvety, polenta-like texture, seasoned with oregano, then topped with a cinnamon-touched tomato and onion sauce. Points 5.
Provided by Dancer
Categories Vegetable
Time 1h15m
Yield 4 servings as a main course or 8 servings as appetiz
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Place split peas in a deep saucepan.
- Add cold water to cover peas by at least 2 inches.
- Bring to a boil over medium-high heat.
- Reduce heat to a simmer and cook gently 45 to 50 minutes, stirring occasionally with a wooden spoon, until peas are soft and almost dry.
- (Add 1/4 cup water, if needed, to keep peas from sticking.)
- When peas are soft, stir in oregano and 1 teaspoons oil.
- Season to taste with salt and pepper.
- Transfer to a wide, shallow dish.
- While split peas are cooking, make the sauce.
- Heat remaining oil in a medium non-stick skillet over medium-high heat.
- Sauté onion until golden, about 6 minutes.
- Stir in tomatoes, tomato paste, cinnamon, bay leaf and 1/4 cup water.
- Simmer until tomatoes break down, about 10 minutes.
- Remove bay leaf.
- Mix in vinegar and capers.
- Season to taste with salt and pepper.
- Spread sauce evenly over cooked peas.
- Set aside to cool to room temperature.
- Serve, or cover and refrigerate for up to 24 hours.
- Bring to room temperature before serving.
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Leon Roy
[email protected]This is the best split pea recipe I've ever tried. It's so easy to make, and the results are amazing.
Mehedi gamer
[email protected]This is a great recipe for a healthy and budget-friendly meal. I'll definitely be making it again.
Anwaar Hassan
[email protected]I'm going to try this recipe next time I have guests over. It looks like a crowd-pleaser.
Hazim Alossely
[email protected]This is a great recipe for a vegetarian or vegan meal. The split peas are a good source of protein, and the tomato sauce is packed with vegetables.
Thomas Gledhill
[email protected]I love the combination of flavors in this dish. The sweetness of the tomatoes and the tanginess of the feta cheese are a perfect match.
Danish Jutt
[email protected]This is a great recipe for a potluck or party. It's easy to make ahead of time, and it travels well.
Shavonne Mccullough
[email protected]I'm always looking for new and exciting ways to cook split peas. This recipe is a great addition to my repertoire.
Alwande Mjwara
[email protected]This is a great recipe for a cold winter day. The warm, comforting flavors of the split peas and tomato sauce are sure to warm you up.
johnie gun
[email protected]I made this recipe for a party, and it was a hit! Everyone loved the unique flavor of the split peas and tomato sauce.
Samkelisiwe Anele
[email protected]This is a great recipe for a healthy and satisfying meal. The split peas are a good source of protein and fiber, and the tomato sauce is packed with vitamins.
Faisal Mehmood
[email protected]I'm not a big fan of split peas, but I really enjoyed this recipe. The tomato sauce is so flavorful, and the peas are cooked perfectly.
NA GESH
[email protected]This recipe is a great way to use up leftover split peas. I always have a bag of split peas in my pantry, so I can make this dish anytime.
Nabila hassan
[email protected]I love the addition of the feta cheese. It really takes this dish to the next level.
Madridista Fan's
[email protected]This is a great recipe for a quick and easy weeknight meal. It's also very budget-friendly.
Artist Alt
[email protected]I made this recipe for a potluck, and it was a huge success. Everyone loved it!
Natasha Ke
[email protected]This was my first time cooking split peas, and I'm so glad I tried this recipe. The peas were so tender and flavorful, and the tomato sauce was perfect. I'll definitely be making this again.
Kendrick Robinson
[email protected]I love this recipe! It's so simple, yet so flavorful. I've made it several times now, and it's always a hit.
Yassir Abdirahman
[email protected]This Greek split peas recipe is a winner! It's easy to follow, and the results are delicious. The peas are perfectly cooked, and the tomato sauce is rich and flavorful. I served it with some grilled chicken, and it was a hit with my family.