FAVA BEAN SOUP WITH MINT
Although this looks like a Mediterranean soup, I came across it in Veracruz, where the cuisine still has Spanish overtones. I have eaten a similar fava bean dish in Spain. You can find skinned, split fava beans in Middle Eastern markets.
Provided by Martha Rose Shulman
Time 2h15m
Yield Serves 6
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Drain the favas. Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a large, heavy soup pot or Dutch oven over medium heat and add the onion. Cook, stirring, until tender, about 5 minutes, and add the garlic. Stir together for a minute, until fragrant, and add the tomatoes and 1/2 teaspoon salt. Cook, stirring often, until the tomatoes have cooked down slightly, about 5 minutes, and add the beans, 2 quarts water, another 2 teaspoons salt, and the mint. Bring to a boil, reduce the heat, cover and simmer 2 hours, or until the beans have begun to fall apart and thicken the soup. Stir from time to time to make sure the beans are not settling at the bottom of the pot and sticking.
- When the beans are soft and falling apart, remove the bundle of mint, and using tongs, any stray mint leaves. Using an immersion blender, puree the soup. Taste and adjust seasonings.
- Serve, garnishing each bowl with a drizzle of olive oil, a sprinkling of slivered mint leaves, and a pinch of red pepper flakes.
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 125, UnsaturatedFat 4 grams, Carbohydrate 17 grams, Fat 5 grams, Fiber 7 grams, Protein 7 grams, SaturatedFat 1 gram, Sodium 1063 milligrams, Sugar 9 grams
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Bongiwe Ngowapi
[email protected]I'm not sure about this soup. I've never had fava beans before.
AM killer
[email protected]This soup is on my list of recipes to try. I love fava beans!
Reneilwe Ramoloko
[email protected]I'm looking forward to trying this soup. It looks delicious!
Kimuli Emmanuel
[email protected]This soup is a great way to use up leftover fava beans. It's also a good source of protein and fiber.
Sopia Siarza
[email protected]I followed the recipe exactly and the soup turned out great! It was creamy and flavorful, and the mint added a nice touch.
Faroq Al Duais
[email protected]This soup was a bit bland for my taste. I think I would have liked it more if I had added more spices.
Akbar khan
[email protected]I'm not a big fan of fava beans, but I really enjoyed this soup. The beans were cooked perfectly and the soup was very flavorful. I'll definitely be making it again.
Basem Fouad
[email protected]This soup is so easy to make and it's packed with flavor. I love that I can use frozen fava beans, which makes it a great option for a quick and easy meal.
Queen Ashfaidhy
[email protected]I've made this soup several times now, and it's always a hit with my family and friends. The flavors are well-balanced and the soup is very satisfying. I highly recommend it!
MRU HORUS
[email protected]This fava bean soup is a delicious and hearty dish that is perfect for a cold winter day. The beans are cooked until they are tender and creamy, and the soup is flavored with a variety of herbs and spices. I especially love the addition of mint, whic