Fava with Caramelized Onions
Quick answer
Fava with caramelized onions is made by cooking dry split broad beans until smooth and blending them with olive oil. The slow-caramelized onions on top add a unique sweetness to this classic meze.
- Total time
- 60 dk
- Servings
- 4
- Calories (est.)
- ~240 kcal
- Difficulty
- orta
fava with caramelized onions · fava recipe · turkish meze recipes
60 dk · 4 servings · 240 kcal
Ingredients
- 2 cups dry split broad beans
- 1 medium yellow onion
- 1/2 cup olive oil
- 3 cups hot water
- 1 tsp granulated sugar
- Juice of half a lemon
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 clove garlic (optional)
Method
- Wash and drain the broad beans thoroughly, then place them in a pot.
- Add hot water, half of the olive oil, sugar, salt, and lemon juice. Simmer on low heat for about 40 minutes until very tender.
- Blend the cooked beans until completely smooth, pour into a serving dish, and let it cool.
- In a separate pan, sauté thinly sliced onions in the remaining olive oil over low heat until deeply caramelized and brown.
- Top the cooled fava with the caramelized onions and their oil before serving.
For an ultra-smooth texture, pass the blended fava through a fine-mesh sieve.
FAQ
How long should fava chill in the fridge to set?
Once it cools to room temperature, refrigerate for at least 2 hours.
Can fresh broad beans be used instead of dry ones?
Traditional fava requires dry split broad beans to achieve its signature velvety texture.
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