Bissara (Fava Bean Puree) Recipe

Name: Bissara (Fava Bean Puree)
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 (14 1/2 ounce) cans fava beans; 2 garlic cloves, peeled and finely chopped; 1/4 cup vegetable broth or 1/4 cup water; 2 tablespoons olive oil; 1 1/4 - 1 1/2 teaspoons cumin; 1 1/4 teaspoons paprika (I like smoked best); 1/4 - 3/4 teaspoon cayenne; 1/2 teaspoon salt (optional); 4 -6 tablespoons olive oil (optional); 1 lemon, cut into wedges

Servings: persons

2 (14 1/2 ounce) cans fava beans
2 garlic cloves, peeled and finely chopped
1/4 cup vegetable broth or 1/4 cup water
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 1/4 - 1 1/2 teaspoons cumin
1 1/4 teaspoons paprika (I like smoked best)
1/4 - 3/4 teaspoon cayenne
1/2 teaspoon salt (optional)
4 -6 tablespoons olive oil (optional)
1 lemon, cut into wedges

1
Thoroughly rinse and drain the fava beans.
2
In a large skillet heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium heat. Add garlic and saute for a minute. Add fava beans, vegetable broth, 1/4 teaspoon of paprika, 1/2 teaspoon cumin, 1/4 teaspoon of cayenne. Cook three to five minutes, stirring occasionally, until the beans are warmed. Begin to mash the beans by hand or with a masher. You are looking for a consistency that is not solid but thick enough to be scooped up using bread. If it seems too thick, thin with additional broth or water.
3
Mix remaining spices together and reserve.
4
To serve, place Bissara into a shallow soup bowl or dessrt plate with a high lip. Sprinkle 1/4 of the mixed spices. Drizzle additional oil on top. Serve with lemon wedges on the side.
5
Serve warm or hot.

1218

kcal

Calories

115

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 (14 1/2 ounce) cans fava beans, 2 garlic cloves, peeled and finely chopped, 1/4 cup vegetable broth or 1/4 cup water, 2 tablespoons olive oil, and more.

Yes, Bissara (Fava Bean Puree) falls under the Soups & Stews category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Bissara (Fava Bean Puree)

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