Bissara aux Pois Chiches

Bissara aux Pois Chiches is a creamy Moroccan soup made from pureed fava beans and chickpeas, seasoned with aromatic spices. This wholesome dish is traditionally served warm, garnished with olive oil and fresh herbs, making it a comforting and nutritious meal.

Ingredients

• Dried fava beans - 100 grams
• Canned chickpeas - 200 grams, drained and rinsed
• Water - 800 milliliters
• Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
• Ground cumin - 1 teaspoon
• Paprika - 1 teaspoon
• Salt - 1 teaspoon
• Black pepper - 1/2 teaspoon
• Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
• Fresh parsley - 2 tablespoons, chopped
• Lemon - 1, juiced

Steps

1. Rinse the dried fava beans under cold water and soak them in water for at least 4 hours or overnight.
2. Drain the soaked fava beans and place them in a pot with 800 ml of fresh water. Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat and simmer for 30 minutes until tender.
3. Add the canned chickpeas, minced garlic, ground cumin, paprika, salt, and black pepper to the pot. Stir well and cook for an additional 10 minutes.
4. Using an immersion blender, puree the mixture until smooth. If the soup is too thick, add more water to reach your desired consistency.
5. Remove the pot from heat and stir in the lemon juice.
6. Serve hot, drizzled with olive oil and garnished with fresh parsley.

Nutrition

• Calories: 320
• Protein: 12 g
• Carbs: 45 g
• Fiber: 13 g
• Sugar: 3 g
• Sodium: 600 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 10 g
• Saturated Fat: 1 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
• Water: 0.8 L

Health Benefits

• High in fiber, promoting digestive health.
• Rich in plant-based protein, supporting muscle health.

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