FAVA BEAN DIP

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Foul gellaba, a spicy herb-packed dip that hails from Saudi Arabia, is customarily served for breakfast but can also make an appearance at lunch or dinner.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Appetizers

Yield Makes 2 cups

Number Of Ingredients 10

4 cups shelled fresh or frozen fava beans
1/2 cup extra-virgin olive oil, plus more for drizzling
1 small onion, diced
2 cloves garlic, minced
1/2 jalapeno or serrano chile, minced, plus thinly sliced chile for garnish
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1/2 cup packed cilantro leaves, plus more for garnish
Juice of 1 lime
Fresh mint leaves, for garnish
Assorted raw vegetables or flatbread, for serving

Steps:

  • Prepare an ice bath; set aside. Bring a medium pot of salted water to a boil. Add fava beans and cook until very tender, 4 to 8 minutes depending on size. Use a slotted spoon to transfer to ice bath until cool. Drain, and if using fresh, squeeze beans from skin.
  • Meanwhile, heat oil in a medium skillet over medium. Add onion, garlic, minced chile, and cumin, and cook until very soft and translucent, about 10 minutes. Let cool slightly and transfer mixture to a food processor.
  • Add beans, cilantro, lime juice, and a pinch of salt to the processor and process until very smooth, adding 1 to 2 tablespoons water if necessary. Spoon dip into a serving bowl and drizzle with oil. Garnish with sliced chile, cilantro, and mint. Serve with vegetables or flatbread.

Wanasi Paul
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This dip is a lifesaver for busy weeknights. It's so easy to make and it's always a hit with my family.


Jozniel
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This dip is a great make-ahead snack. I like to make a big batch on the weekend and then snack on it throughout the week.


Sham sher Ali
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I'm always looking for new and healthy snacks, and this dip fits the bill perfectly. It's delicious and nutritious.


Pti soldiers Hunter s of enemies
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This dip is a great way to get kids to eat their vegetables. My kids love it!


Peggy Playle
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I'm not a big fan of fava beans, but I really enjoyed this dip. It's a great way to try new foods.


Yusuf Tumuhimbitse
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This dip is really good, but it's a bit too expensive to make regularly. I'll probably only make it for special occasions.


Qaisar Jutt
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I'm not sure what I did wrong, but my dip turned out really watery. I think I might have added too much liquid.


goshi 222
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I followed the recipe exactly, but my dip turned out too salty. I think I'll use less salt next time.


PrettyLittle Bxrbie
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The texture of this dip is a bit too thick for my liking. I would have preferred it to be a little thinner.


Asad Butter
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This dip is a bit bland for my taste. I think it could use a little more spice.


Rashid ali Babbar
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I love that this dip is made with healthy ingredients. It's a great way to snack without feeling guilty.


C/raxmaan Boy
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This dip is delicious! The flavors are well-balanced and the texture is smooth and creamy.


Diksha Sungkur
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I've made this dip several times now, and it's always a hit. It's a great recipe to have on hand for parties or potlucks.


Bokamoso Segapo
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This dip is a great appetizer or snack. It's also a great way to get your daily dose of vegetables.


Amanda Morris
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I love the addition of the fresh herbs. They really brighten up the flavor of the dip.


Wisdom Omezirinwune
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This dip is so easy to make, and it's a great way to use up leftover fava beans.


Anjali Thakur
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I'm not usually a fan of fava beans, but this dip changed my mind. It's so smooth and flavorful, and the tahini adds a nice nutty flavor.


Sohel Rubina
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This fava bean dip was a huge hit at my last party! Everyone loved the creamy texture and the bright, lemony flavor.