PUREED FAVA BEAN SOUP
Fava beans are surprisingly flavorful and easy to work with. They blend well with other ingredients and carry enough flavor to leave their own mark. The do require shelling if you buy them fresh, but it's really no trouble at all. Thanks to the adundance of fresh and unfamiliar (to me) produce here in Guatemala, I've had to learn to be a more inventive cook, and this has opened me to the wonderful world of favas. All props for this recipe to go Lindsey of El Cuartito cafe, who shared with me the secret to the new weekly special.
Provided by groovyrooby
Categories Beans
Time 35m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Boil the fava beans for about 5 minutes. Then put in cold water to cool.
- Once cool, peel the fava beans, starting with the dark spot of a hinge at the end (or the butt, as Lindsey would have it -- ).
- Heat a large saucepan over medium heat. Once hot, add the olive oil and let the oil warm for about a minute.
- Add the garlic and cook for about 30 seconds, or until fragrant.
- Add the onion, cover, and cook for about 5 minutes, or until the onion becomes transparent,.
- Add the bay leaf, water, and carrot. Bring to a boil, then cover and simmer for 15 minutes.
- Add the fava beans and cook another 5 minutes.
- Remove the bay leaf & transfer all ingredients to a food processor, add salt & pepper to taste, and puree until soup is smooth and thick. (you may have to do it in batches if you've got a small one like me).
- Enjoy with some nice whole grain toast, or whatever suits you!
Nutrition Facts : Calories 235.4, Fat 4.1, SaturatedFat 0.6, Sodium 29.2, Carbohydrate 40.4, Fiber 7.8, Sugar 4, Protein 11.8
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Lia Chatman
[email protected]This soup is a great meal prep option. It's easy to make ahead of time and it reheats well. I often make a big batch on the weekend and then eat it throughout the week for lunch or dinner.
Santo Amador
[email protected]This soup is a great way to use up leftover ham.
Josh Rhys
[email protected]I was pleasantly surprised by how easy this soup was to make. I didn't have any fava beans on hand, so I used frozen lima beans instead. The soup turned out great!
Jahanzeb Ali Malik
[email protected]This soup is a great source of protein and fiber.
Hannah Swiger
[email protected]I love that this soup is so versatile. You can add different vegetables, herbs, and spices to create a unique flavor profile. I've even made it with leftover roasted chicken and it was delicious.
Olaniran Emmanuel
[email protected]This soup is perfect for a cold winter day.
Adam Sanusi
[email protected]I made this soup for a dinner party and it was a huge success. Everyone loved the unique flavor and creamy texture. I highly recommend this recipe.
Jayelynn Wilcox
[email protected]This soup is a great way to get your daily dose of vegetables.
azhar prince
[email protected]I'm not usually a fan of fava beans, but this soup changed my mind. The beans are pureed until smooth and creamy, and the soup is full of flavor. I will definitely be making this again.
Sara Elrayes
[email protected]I love the bright green color of this soup.
Shardae davis
[email protected]This soup is a great way to use up leftover fava beans. It's creamy, flavorful, and very filling. I served it with a side of crusty bread and it was a hit with my family.
Candice Regnier
[email protected]Delicious and easy to make!