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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

Qu'est-ce que le/la/l'Fava Beans ?

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

Quel goût a le/la/l'Fava Beans ?

Le/La/L'Fava Beans a un goût earthy, sweet, nutty, buttery avec des arômes grassy, earthy, slightly beany.

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

Technical Metrics

Valeurs nutritionnelles

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

Le secret du chef

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

Substituts & Proportions pour Fava Beans

Le meilleur substitut pour le/la/l'Fava Beans est Lima Beans, à utiliser dans un rapport de 1:1. Similar starchy, creamy texture and mild, earthy flavor. Great in stews or as a side.

Substituts pour Fava Beans avec proportions
Substitut Proportion Idéal pour
Lima Beans Meilleur 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.

Comment choisir et conserver le/la/l'Fava Beans

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

Quels accords culinaires avec le/la/l'Fava Beans ?

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

Questions fréquentes

Quel goût a le Fava Beans ?

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

Quel est un bon substitut pour Fava Beans ?

Le meilleur substitut est Lima Beans (1:1). Similar starchy, creamy texture and mild, earthy flavor. Great in stews or as a side.

Comment choisir et conserver le Fava Beans ?

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

Recettes utilisant le/la/l'Fava Beans

Soups Stews Weeknight Course Italian

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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Ingrédients Legume associés

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