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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Abdullah Mehar
[email protected]Overall, this is a great recipe. It's easy to make and the flavors are amazing.
rajendra chand
[email protected]I'm not sure what I did wrong, but my split peas never softened. I had to cook them for twice as long as the recipe said.
Leprechaun
[email protected]This is one of my favorite recipes to make in the fall. It's so comforting and flavorful.
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[email protected]I made this dish for a potluck and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved it.
Ali Kamran
[email protected]This dish was a bit too spicy for my taste. I had to add some cream to tone it down.
786 strom
[email protected]I'm not a big fan of split peas, but this dish was actually really good. The tomato sauce was flavorful and the split peas were cooked perfectly.
Saum Salm
[email protected]This is a great recipe for a vegetarian meal. It's packed with protein and fiber, and it's very flavorful.
Shokat Raja
[email protected]I love the simplicity of this dish. It's made with a few simple ingredients, but the flavors are amazing.
Chanti Chooli
[email protected]I've made this dish several times and it's always a crowd-pleaser. It's easy to make and always turns out delicious.
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[email protected]This dish was a disappointment. The split peas were mushy and the tomato sauce was bland. I would not recommend this recipe.
Dili Leste
[email protected]The split peas took a bit longer to cook than the recipe said, but overall this dish was very good. I would definitely make it again.
Arfat Arfat
[email protected]This was a bit too bland for my taste. I had to add some extra spices to give it some flavor.
zeus macmillan
[email protected]This is one of my favorite Greek dishes. It's so comforting and flavorful. I love serving it with a side of rice or bread.
Asif Buriro
[email protected]I wasn't sure how I would like this dish, but I was pleasantly surprised. The split peas were cooked perfectly and the tomato sauce was flavorful. I will definitely be making this again.
Gosiame Mosime
[email protected]This is a great recipe for a weeknight meal. It's quick and easy to make, and the results are always delicious. I highly recommend it!
Caydence Knight
[email protected]I made this dish for my family last night and it was a hit! Everyone loved the creamy texture of the peas and the tangy tomato sauce.
Ameer Majiet
[email protected]This Greek split peas with tomato sauce was an easy and delicious meal! I loved the combination of flavors, and the leftovers were even better the second day.