Mediterranean Split Pea Dip

Julie B's Hive's Note:

Similar to humus but made with yellow split peas. Pull out your food processor and give it a try!

• Total Time: 55 mins
• Prep Time: 55 mins
• Cook Time: 0 mins

Ingredients:

Servings: 4

• 1 ¼ cups yellow split peas
• 1 small onion , coarsely chopped
• 1 small onion , very finely chopped
• 1 garlic clove , coarsely chopped
• 6 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
• 1 tablespoon chopped fresh oregano
• salt & pepper
• chopped oregano (to garnish)
• savory biscuit , for serving

Directions:

1. Rinse the split peas under running cold water.
2. Put in medium-sized pan and add the coarsely chopped onion, the garlic and plenty of cold water.
3. Bring to a boil, reduce heat and simmer 45 minutes or until very tender.
4. Drain, reserving some of the cooking liquid, and put in a food processor or blender.
5. Add 5 tablespoons of the oil and process until smooth.
6. If the mixture seems too dry, add enough of the reserved liquid to form a smooth, thick puree. (If you don't have a food processor you can mash the spilt peas with a fork in a bowl).
7. Add the oregano and season to taste with salt and pepper.
8. Turn the mixture into a serving bowl and sprinkle with the finely chopped onion and extra oregano, if desired.
9. Drizzle over the remaining oil.
10. Serve warm or cold with savory biscuits.

Reviews

[Lalaloula]

What a creamy, smooth and yummy dip! Mmmm, so good with fresh veggies! I luved the silky smooth texture of the split peas in combination with the rough onions. And the taste is just fabulous: tangy onion with earthy herbs and a little bit of bite from the garlic. Very tasty! I used a little less onions on top as I dont care for raw onions that much and also reduced the oil a tad as I felt the dip didnt need it. THANK YOU SO MUCH for sharing your recipe with us, Julie! Made and reviewed for the Aussie/NZ Recipe Swap #42 July 2010.