Faki Eglouvis

Faki Eglouvis is a variety of lentils grown on the Eglouvi plateau on the Greek island of Lefkada, at an altitude of a thousand meters. These lentils are small, brown, and predominantly spherical, flattened, or disc-shaped. They are appreciated for being easy to boil and for their wonderful aroma when cooked.

It's classified as a landrace, which means it's a non-genetically modified, local variety that has adapted to the specific environment over a long period. The cultivation is organic, avoiding pesticides, and weed control is done manually, making it labor-intensive yet resulting in a highly nutritious product.