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Bissara Fava Bean Puree

this is my quick version of a recipe from international vegetarian. bissara is a moroccan dip that is similar in its presentation (but not taste) to the more common hummus. enjoy this with pita bread (fresh or toasted) or cut up vegetables. traditionally, this is served with a generous drizzle of olive oil on top of the prepared spread both for flavor and to act as a preservative. though i never do, you are free to so.

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Ingredients

  • fava beans
  • garlic cloves
  • vegetable broth
  • olive oil
  • cumin
  • paprika
  • cayenne
  • salt
  • lemon

Preparation

  1. 1thoroughly rinse and drain the fava beans
  2. 2in a large skillet heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium heat
  3. 3add garlic and saut for a minute
  4. 4add fava beans , vegetable broth , teaspoon of paprika , teaspoon cumin , teaspoon of cayenne
  5. 5cook three to five minutes , stirring occasionally , until the beans are warmed
  6. 6begin to mash the beans by hand or with a masher
  7. 7you are looking for a consistency that is not solid but thick enough to be scooped up using bread
  8. 8if it seems too thick , thin with additional broth or water
  9. 9mix remaining spices together and reserve
  10. 10to serve , place bissara into a shallow soup bowl or dessrt plate with a high lip
  11. 11sprinkle of the mixed spices
  12. 12drizzle additional oil on top
  13. 13serve with lemon wedges on the side
  14. 14serve warm or hot