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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

O Que É Fava Beans?

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

Qual o Sabor de Fava Beans?

Fava Beans tem um sabor earthy, sweet, nutty, buttery com aromas de grassy, earthy, slightly beany.

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

Technical Metrics

Informação Nutricional

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

Segredo do Chef

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

Substitutos e Proporções de Fava Beans

O melhor substituto para Fava Beans é Lima Beans, usado na proporção de 1:1. Similar starchy, creamy texture and mild, earthy flavor. Great in stews or as a side.

Substitutos para Fava Beans com proporções
Substituto Proporção Melhor para
Lima Beans Melhor 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.

Como Escolher e Armazenar Fava Beans

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

O Que Combina Bem Com Fava Beans?

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

Perguntas frequentes

Qual o sabor de Fava Beans?

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

Qual é um bom substituto para Fava Beans?

O melhor substituto é Lima Beans (1:1). Similar starchy, creamy texture and mild, earthy flavor. Great in stews or as a side.

Como escolher e armazenar Fava Beans?

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

Receitas Usando Fava Beans

Main Ingredient Vegetables Weeknight European

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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