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Fava Beans

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Fava Beans

Sourcing & Taxonomy

  • Family Fabaceae
  • Primary Cuisine Mediterranean
  • Seasonality Spring
  • Source Fava Bean Plant

Was ist Fava Beans?

Large, flat, edible legumes with a buttery texture and earthy, slightly sweet flavor, often requiring double-peeling.

Wie schmeckt Fava Beans?

Fava Beans hat einen earthy, sweet, nutty, buttery Geschmack mit grassy, earthy, slightly beany Aromen.

Taste
Earthy, Sweet, Nutty, Buttery
Texture
Creamy, Soft, Mealy
Aroma
Grassy, Earthy, Slightly Beany
Acidity
Low

Technical Metrics

Nährwertangaben

Per 1/2 cup
Calories110 kcal
Total Fat0.8 g
Saturated Fat0.1 g
Trans Fat0 g
Cholesterol0 mg
Protein7.6 g
Total Carbohydrate19.5 g
Dietary Fiber5.4 g
Total Sugars3.2 g
Calcium26 mg
Iron1.5 mg
Potassium320 mg

Geheimtipp des Chefs

Blanching in boiling water for 1-2 minutes then shocking in ice water makes double-peeling much easier, revealing their vibrant green interior.

Fava Beans Ersatz & Verhältnisse

Der beste Ersatz für Fava Beans ist Lima Beans, verwendet im Verhältnis 1:1. Similar starchy, creamy texture and mild, earthy flavor. Great in stews or as a side.

Ersatz für Fava Beans mit Verhältnissen
Ersatz Verhältnis Am besten geeignet für
Lima Beans Am besten 1:1 Similar starchy, creamy texture and mild, earthy flavor. Great in stews or as a side.
Edamame 1:1 Good for a fresher, slightly greener flavor and similar bite in salads or stir-fries.
Green Peas 1:1 Smaller, sweeter, but offers a pop of fresh green flavor and color, especially when blanched.
Chickpeas (Garbanzo Beans) 1:1 More robust, nutty flavor and firmer texture; suitable for heartier dishes like stews or hummus.

Wie man Fava Beans auswählt & lagert

  1. Look for firm, plump, bright green pods without blemishes.
  2. Frozen peeled fava beans are a convenient alternative.

Womit passt Fava Beans gut zusammen?

  • Lamb
  • Pecorino Cheese
  • Mint
  • Lemon
  • Olive Oil
  • Garlic
  • Asparagus
  • Pancetta.

Häufig gestellte Fragen

Wie schmeckt Fava Beans?

Earthy, Sweet, Nutty, Buttery Grassy, Earthy, Slightly Beany

Was ist ein guter Ersatz für Fava Beans?

Der beste Ersatz ist Lima Beans (1:1). Similar starchy, creamy texture and mild, earthy flavor. Great in stews or as a side.

Wie wählt und lagert man Fava Beans?

Look for firm, plump, bright green pods without blemishes. Frozen peeled fava beans are a convenient alternative.

Rezepte mit Fava Beans

Cuisine Course Lunch Beans

Barley Minestrone With Pesto

Warm up with this hearty and flavorful Barley Minestrone! This satisfying soup bursts with fresh vegetables, tender barley, and a vibrant basil-garlic pesto. Customize it with your favorite veggies – the possibilities are endless! Perfect for a cozy weeknight meal, served with crusty bread and a side salad. (Prep time excludes barley soaking.)

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