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Bakla ezmesi, also known as Fava, is a traditional Turkish food that is nutrient-dense and flavorful. It is made of yellow split peas, onion, garlic, extra virgin olive oil, and lemon.[1][2] It can also contain favetta, or fava bean puree.[3][4] Fava beans, also known as broad beans, are one of the world's oldest cultivated plants.[1]

Bakla Ezmesi

Alternative names	Fava, Favetta
Course	Meze
Place of origin	Turkey, Italy, Greece
Serving temperature	Room temperature or warm
Main ingredients	Favas

Bakla ezmesi is a meze, or Mediterranean appetizer, prepared by soaking and boiling shelled, dried broad beans until they become soft and then puréeing them with olive oil. Fresh dill can be added to the mix. The purée is left to set overnight, served cold, and garnished with dill and lemon slices.

See also

• Msabbaha
• Hummus

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