How to Make Fava Beans - A Step-by-Step Guide

Fava beans, also known as broad beans, are a delicious and versatile ingredient that can be used in a wide variety of dishes. Whether you're looking to add some protein to your salads, soups, or pasta dishes, fava beans are the perfect ingredient to add some flavor and texture to your meals. In addition to being tasty, fava beans are also packed with nutrients, making them a great addition to any balanced diet.

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Ingredients

  • 1 teaspoon vegetable oil
  • 1 onion, chopped
  • 1 tomato, chopped
  • 1 tablespoon tomato paste
  • 1 teaspoon water, if needed
  • 1 (15 ounce) can fava beans, drained
  • 1 tablespoon water
  • 1 tablespoon ground cumin
  • 1 ½ teaspoons salt
  • 1 ½ teaspoons ground black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon ground red pepper (Optional)
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons finely chopped parsley (Optional)

Information

  • Prep Time: 15 mins
  • Cook Time: 7 mins
  • Additional Time: 1 mins
  • Total Time: 23 mins
  • Servings: 2
  • Yield: 2 servings

  • Heat vegetable oil in a skillet over medium heat; add onion. Cook and stir for 2 minutes. Add chopped tomato and tomato paste; cook until tomatoes are mushy, about 4 minutes. Add 1 teaspoon water, if necessary.
  • Pour fava beans into skillet; mash into a paste. Add 1 tablespoon water, cumin, salt, black pepper, and ground red pepper; stir well. Heat for 1 minute more. Remove from heat; allow to rest for 1 minute. Stir in olive oil and parsley.
  • Nutrition

    404 cal.

    • Total Fat: 18g
    • Saturated Fat: 2g
    • Sodium: 2234mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 51g
    • Dietary Fiber: 12g
    • Total Sugars: 8g
    • Protein: 13g
    • Vitamin C: 26mg
    • Calcium: 112mg
    • Iron: 6mg
    • Potassium: 536mg