Bissara Fava

Bissara Fava is a comforting Moroccan dish made from fava beans, perfect for a late-night snack. Rich in flavor and protein, it is often enjoyed with a drizzle of olive oil and a sprinkle of cumin.

Ingredients

• Dried fava beans - 200 grams
• Water - 1 liter
• Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
• Cumin - 1 teaspoon
• Paprika - 1 teaspoon
• Olive oil - 2 tablespoons, plus extra for serving
• Salt - 1 teaspoon
• Black pepper - 1/2 teaspoon
• Lemon - 1, juiced
• Fresh parsley - 2 tablespoons, chopped for garnish

Steps

1. Soak the dried fava beans in water overnight or for at least 8 hours.
2. Drain and rinse the soaked fava beans, then place them in a pot with 1 liter of fresh water.
3. Bring the water to a boil, then reduce the heat and simmer for 25-30 minutes, or until the fava beans are tender.
4. Drain the beans, reserving a bit of the cooking liquid, and transfer them to a blender or food processor.
5. Add minced garlic, cumin, paprika, olive oil, salt, black pepper, and lemon juice to the blender.
6. Blend until smooth, adding reserved cooking liquid as needed to reach desired consistency.
7. Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary.
8. Serve hot, drizzled with additional olive oil and garnished with chopped parsley.

Nutrition

• Calories: 350
• Protein: 18 g
• Carbs: 50 g
• Fiber: 15 g
• Sugar: 2 g
• Sodium: 600 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 10 g
• Saturated Fat: 1 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
• Water: 0.25 L

Health Benefits

• High in protein, supporting muscle health and repair.
• Rich in fiber, promoting digestive health and regularity.

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