Pea paste for sandwiches
4 servings
60 minutes
Pea paste for sandwiches is a delightful dish from Brazilian cuisine that combines ease of preparation with rich flavor. Its history traces back to traditional Brazilian recipes where peas and vegetables serve as the base for nutritious and healthy dishes. This paste has a soft texture with subtle herbal notes of dill and cilantro, while garlic adds a slight spiciness. Its creamy consistency makes it perfect for spreading on bread or toast, turning an ordinary sandwich into a culinary delight. It is great for vegetarian diets and can also be used as a dip for vegetables or crackers. Rich in protein and fiber, peas combined with olive oil provide richness, giving the dish not only pleasant taste but also health benefits.
1
Soak the peas for 8-10 hours or overnight and boil them with carrots.
- Yellow split peas: 400 g
- Carrot: 2 pieces
2
Blend boiled carrots, peas, and finely chopped garlic.
- Carrot: 2 pieces
- Yellow split peas: 400 g
- Garlic: 5 clove
3
Add salt, pepper, olive oil, and herbs to the mixture and mix thoroughly again.
- Salt: to taste
- Ground black pepper: to taste
- Olive oil: 3 tablespoons
- Dill: 0.5 bunch
- Dried cilantro (coriander leaf): 1.5 teaspoon
