Fava Bean Dip Recipe

Name: Fava Bean Dip
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 9 oz (250g) skinless dried fava beans, soaked overnight in cold water to cover; 3 onions; 6 garlic cloves; 1/3 cup chopped cilantro, plus more to garnish; 1/3 cup chopped parsley, chopped, plus more to garnish; 2 tbsp chopped mint; 1 tsp ground cumin; Salt and freshly ground black pepper; 3 tbsp olive oil; Juice of 1 lemon

Servings: persons

9 oz (250g) skinless dried fava beans, soaked overnight in cold water to cover
3 onions
6 garlic cloves
1/3 cup chopped cilantro, plus more to garnish
1/3 cup chopped parsley, chopped, plus more to garnish
2 tbsp chopped mint
1 tsp ground cumin
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
3 tbsp olive oil
Juice of 1 lemon

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2
Drain the beans.
3
Place them in a large saucepan and add enough fresh water to cover.
4
Coarsely chop 1 of the onions and 3 of the garlic cloves and add to the pan.
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Bring to a boil, skimming off any foam.
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Reduce the heat and cover.
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Simmer 1 hour, or until the beans are soft.
8
Drain the beans and vegetables, reserving the cooking liquid.
9
Transfer the mixture to a food processor and add the cilantro, parsley, mint, and cumin.
10
Puree, adding enough of the reserved cooking liquid to moisten the mixture.
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Season with salt and pepper.
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Transfer to a dish and keep warm.
13
Meanwhile, slice the remaining onions.
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Heat 1 tbsp oil over medium-high heat.
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Add the onions and cook, stirring often, for about 12 minutes, or until they are dark golden and slightly caramelized.
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Chop the garlic, stir into the onions, and cook for 1 minute more.
17
Spread the fried onions and garlic over the puree and drizzle with the lemon juice and remaining oil.
18
Garnish with additional cilantro and parsley and serve.

450

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Protein

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* 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: 9 oz (250g) skinless dried fava beans, soaked overnight in cold water to cover, 3 onions, 6 garlic cloves, 1/3 cup chopped cilantro, plus more to garnish, and more.

Yes, Fava Bean Dip falls under the Snacks & Appetizers category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Keep refrigerated in an airtight container and enjoy within 1–2 days for the best freshness. Best served cold — no reheating needed.

Fava Bean Dip

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