Greek artichokes with fava beans (Aginares me koukia)

Ingredients

• 1 cup red onion, chopped
• 1/2 cup olive oil
• 1/2 cup green onions, chopped (use the white and green part)
• 1/2 cup dill, chopped
• 1/2 tbsp garlic, minced
• 1 1/4 cup tomato sauce (or tomato passata)
• 3 cups water, boiled
• 600 grams artichoke bottoms, halved (preferably frozen)
• 750 grams fava beans or broad beans (preferably frozen)
• 1/2 tbsp salt
• 1 tsp pepper

Instructions

1. 1

   Saute: Add the oil to a large pot and add the red onion. Saute over medium heat for approximately 5 minutes, stirring regularly, until the onion is softened. Next add the green onion, and garlic. Stir and saute for about 1 - 2 minutes.

2. 2

   Cook: Add the rest of the ingredients into the pot. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to medium-low, cover and cook until done. This should take about 50 - 60 minutes. Season with salt and pepper.