Tekmil Fava
Quick answer
Boil the dried fava beans until soft and puree them. Serve topped with onions sautéed in olive oil and fresh dill.
- Total time
- 60 dk
- Servings
- 6
- Calories (est.)
- ~180 kcal
- Difficulty
- kolay
fava recipe · olive oil appetizer · fava bean puree
60 dk · 6 servings · 180 kcal
Ingredients
- 2 cups dried fava beans
- 1 large onion
- 1/2 cup extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tsp sugar
- 1 tsp salt
- 3 cups hot water
- 1/2 bunch fresh dill
Method
- Soak the fava beans overnight and drain.
- Add beans, sugar, salt, and water to a pot and cook until very soft.
- Blend the cooked beans until smooth.
- Slice the onion thinly and sauté in olive oil until caramelized.
- Spread the fava on a plate and top with onions and chopped dill.
Let the fava rest in the fridge for at least 2 hours before serving for the best texture.
FAQ
Why doesn't the fava set?
The beans must be cooked thoroughly and allowed to cool after blending.
Which beans should be used?
You must use peeled, dried fava beans.
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