STEWED BABY ARTICHOKES WITH FAVA BEANS

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After they simmer with shallots, garlic, black pepper, red-pepper flakes, fresh thyme, and parsley, baby artichokes are paired with tender, blanched fava beans. Frozen lima beans may be substituted for fava beans. If you choose to do so, start with the second step.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Dinner Recipes     Dinner Side Dishes

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 1/2 pounds fava beans, shelled
4 cups water
3 tablespoons lemon juice plus a lemon half for rubbing cut artichokes
2 1/4 pounds (about 24) baby artichokes
2 teaspoons olive oil
3 cloves garlic, peeled and lightly crushed
1 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1/4 teaspoon crushed red-pepper flakes
4 sprigs fresh thyme
4 sprigs fresh flat-leaf parsley

Steps:

  • Fill a large bowl with ice and water; set aside. Bring a medium pot of water to a boil. Add fava beans; blanch 30 seconds. Remove from water; place in ice bath until cool. Peel outer skin from beans; set aside.
  • Place 4 cups water in a large bowl; add lemon juice; set aside. Remove tough outer leaves from artichokes; cut 1 inch from tip of each artichoke. Trim and peel stem of each; rub all over with lemon half. Place in reserved lemon water.
  • Heat olive oil in a saucepan over medium heat. Add shallot, garlic, salt, black pepper, and red-pepper flakes; cook, stirring frequently, until shallot is lightly browned, about 2 minutes. Add artichokes, 1 cup lemon water, thyme, and parsley; bring to a simmer. Reduce heat to medium low, and cover; simmer until artichokes are tender, about 14 minutes.
  • Add fava beans. Cook until beans are tender, about 3 minutes more. Serve hot.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 197 g, Fat 3 g, Protein 15 g, Sodium 544 g

Dylan Stortz
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I love this recipe! It's so easy to make and the artichokes and fava beans are always cooked perfectly.


Smuk SUFI
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This is a great recipe for a healthy and delicious meal. The artichokes and fava beans are packed with nutrients, and the lemon-herb sauce is light and flavorful.


israr Gujjar
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I've been looking for a good recipe for stewed artichokes and fava beans, and this one is perfect! The artichokes were tender and flavorful, and the fava beans were cooked just right.


Swabra Khalifah
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This dish was easy to make and so delicious! I loved the combination of artichokes, fava beans, and lemon. It's a great recipe for a weeknight meal.


Urinzwenimana Isaac
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I'm not usually a fan of artichokes, but this recipe changed my mind. The artichokes were cooked perfectly and the fava beans added a nice nutty flavor.


Lydia Beaumonts
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This recipe is a keeper! The artichokes and fava beans are so tender and flavorful. I love the addition of the mint, which gives the dish a refreshing flavor.


Omar White
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I made this dish for a dinner party last night and it was a hit! Everyone loved the unique flavor combination and the artichokes were cooked to perfection.


D4r Nag
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This is a great recipe for a light and healthy meal. The artichokes and fava beans are packed with nutrients, and the lemon-herb sauce is delicious.


Ruliënne Regalis
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I've never cooked with baby artichokes before, but this recipe made it easy. They were so tender and flavorful. I'll definitely be making this dish again.


Brian Tusiime
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This dish was a delightful surprise! The artichokes and fava beans were cooked perfectly, and the flavors blended together beautifully. I especially loved the addition of the lemon zest and red pepper flakes, which gave the dish a nice zesty kick.