Ingredients
Yield: 4-6 servings
- 1 8-ounce pack of dried large brown fava beans
- ¼ of 1 lemon, peel on
- 4 teaspoons salt, divided
- 1 tablespoon ground cumin
SidesKosher for PassoverGluten FreeVeganVegetarianNorth Africa
Preparation
Step 1
Soak the beans in a large bowl with water (completely submerged) for 8 hours or overnight at room temperature. Strain the beans and rinse.
Step 2
Place the peans into a large pot and completely cover with water. Add ¼ of a lemon and 2 teaspoons of salt. Transfer the pot over to a high heat flame and bring the water to a boil. Reduce the heat to a simmer and cook the beans for 30 minutes or until just tender.
Step 3
Drain the beans and place them into a large bowl. Add the cumin and remaining 2 teaspoons of salt. Toss the beans until they are coated evenly.
Step 4
Serve warm or at room temperature with a small empty bowl on the side for the peels.
