Fried squid with split pea purée

For a long time, this frugal dish, fava me kalamarakia, was abandoned by Greeks, as it reminded them of the Second World War and the difficult years that followed. However, recent years have seen a resurgence in its popularity, and fava is now to be found on most restaurant menus in Greece. It is traditionally served very simply scattered with chopped onion and parsley and drizzled with olive oil, but in this recipe I have served it with fried squid for a hit of protein and a