Naturally Greek

Artisan food products from the heart of the Mediterranean

528 Wrighwood Chicago IL. 60614 USA

(773) 549-6211

Our goal at Naturally Greek is to bring to market the best products from Greece. Pure and high quality products that exemplify artisan production and are authentic and earth-driven. We have canvassed the Greek countryside in search of farmers and growers who embody this spirit and have a passion and deep connection with their land. We are committed to making Naturally Greek a brand synonymous with outstanding quality and with food products that capture and honor the essence of the Mediterranean lifestyle and diet.

Naturally Greek Fava Santorinis with capers


Ingredients

  • 2/3 of a cup Naturally Greek extra virgin olive oil
  • 1 medium-sized onion, finely chopped
  • 1 cup of Naturally Greek Fava Santorinis which we have washed under running water
  • 4-6 cups of water
  • freshly ground black pepper and salt
  • 1 tea spoon of dry oregano
  • 2-3 soup spoons of red vinegar

for the caper sauce

  • 50g of capers that have been in water for at least half an hour
  • 1/2 cup of Naturally Greek extra virgin olive oil
  • 3 big onions, coarsely cut
  • 2 soup spoons of tomato purée
  • freshly ground black pepper and salt
  • 1/2 tea spoon of ground cinnamon

Preparation

We put the capers in a bowl with water for at least half an hour before using them.
In a deep pan we put 1/3 of a cup Naturally Greek extra virgin olive oil and turn it on medium heat.
We add the fava and work with a wooden spatula for 2 minutes allowing the olive oil to cover the beans.
We add enough water to cover the beans, about 5cm.
We cover and let it boil in low heat for 60 minutes or until they become a paste.
From time to time we stir the beans so that they don’t stick to the pan and add more water if needed.
When the fava has the texture of a runny potato purée, we remove from the heat and add the salt, pepper, oregano and vinegar.
We cover the pan with a kitchen cloth and let it rest for 1-2 hours.

For the caper sauce

We sauté the onions in a saucepan with olive oil for 10-15 minutes until they are soft and slightly colored.
We add the tomato purée and stir for 5 minutes.
We add the capers and stir.
We add salt, pepper and cinnamon and simmer for 15 minutes adding water if needed.
We remove from the pan and either add the sauce on the fava or serve it on the side.

You can also serve the fava as a dip with vegetable sticks.