Bissara (Fava Bean Puree)
Bissara is a traditional Moroccan dish that is often served during the month of Ramadan.
This is vegan and gluten free recipe. Dish can be prepared in 40 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 8.
Bissara (Fava Bean Puree)
Ingredients
Instructions
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Soak the dried fava beans in water overnight.
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Drain the soaked fava beans and rinse them.
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In a large pot, add the fava beans and cover with water. Bring to a boil and simmer for about 30 minutes or until the beans are tender.
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Drain the cooked fava beans and let them cool slightly.
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In a food processor or blender, add the cooked fava beans, olive oil, garlic cloves, cumin, paprika, salt, and lemon juice. Blend until smooth.
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Transfer the puree to a serving dish and garnish with fresh parsley.
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Serve the bissara warm or at room temperature with bread or vegetables.
Nutrition Facts
Servings 4
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 150kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 5g8%
- Total Carbohydrate 20g7%
- Sugars 2g
- Protein 8g16%
* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.
