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Louvi me Lahana
Λουβί με λάχανα
Cypriot black-eyed peas with chard
Wine & oil daysPrep 10 minCook 40 minServes 4
When to eat it. Made with oil. Keep it for days when wine and oil are allowed, like weekends in Lent and most of the Nativity Fast.
Ingredients
Method
- Boil the peas 5 minutes, drain, then simmer in fresh water for 20 minutes.
- Add the chard and cook 10 minutes until both are tender.
- Drain.
- Dress with plenty of oil, lemon and salt. Serve with radishes and olives.
Tip. The everyday Cypriot fasting dish.
Fasting customs differ between churches and parishes. When in doubt, follow what your priest gives you. Not sure what today allows? Check the Orthodox calendar.
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