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VEAL STEW WITH ARTICHOKE HEARTS, FAVA BEANS, AND PEAS



Veal Stew with Artichoke Hearts, Fava Beans, and Peas image

Categories     Sauce     Bean     Stew     Veal     Artichoke     Pea     Spring     Simmer     Boil

Yield Serves 4

Number Of Ingredients 26

For sachet d'epice
3 sprigs flat-leaf parsley
2 sprigs thyme
1 dried bay leaf
1 garlic clove, crushed and peeled
1 small onion, peeled and thinly sliced
1 medium carrot, sliced 1 inch thick
1 medium celery stalk, sliced 1 inch thick
1/4 teaspoon whole black peppercorns
For stew
1 pound fresh fava beans, shelled (to yield 1 cup)
Coarse salt
1/4 cup dry white wine
2 pounds boneless veal shoulder, cut into 1 1/2-inch cubes
6 cups water
3 large fresh artichoke hearts, prepared as directed on page 296, and each cut into sixths
1 pound fresh green peas, shelled (to yield 1 cup)
For sauce
4 tablespoons (1/2 stick) unsalted butter
1/4 cup all-purpose flour
1 large egg yolk (optional)
1/4 cup heavy cream
For serving
Coarse salt and freshly ground pepper
Juice of 1 lemon, or to taste
Coarsely chopped fresh dill or parsley

Steps:

  • Prepare sachet d'epice Place the aromatics on a large piece of cheesecloth, gather the edges to enclose, and tie with kitchen twine.
  • Blanch favas Prepare an ice-water bath in a large bowl for shocking the beans (which stops the cooking and preserves their color). Drop the fava beans into a large pot of boiling salted water until bright green and just tender, about 2 minutes. Lift out the peas with a slotted spoon (or a spider) and plunge into the ice-water bath. Once they are thoroughly cool, drain and peel off the tough outer skins.
  • Cook veal and artichokes Pour the wine into a large saucepan and bring to a boil, then reduce the heat and simmer for 1 minute (to cook off some of the alcohol). Add veal, water, and 1 teaspoon salt. Bring to a boil and skim the foam from the surface with a slotted spoon (veal produces more surface foam than other meats, so this step is important). Add herb sachet and reduce heat to a low simmer. Cook, uncovered, 1 hour, skimming the surface frequently. Add artichokes to the pot, submerging them partially in the liquid. Cook until the artichokes and veal are tender when pierced with the tip of a sharp knife, 20 to 30 minutes more, adding peas during last 3 minutes of cooking. Remove the sachet and squeeze out the liquid into the pot. Then strain the contents of the pot through a fine sieve into a bowl or large measuring cup, reserving veal, artichokes, and peas. You should have about 3 cups liquid.
  • Thicken sauce Wipe out the pot and return it to the stove. First, make a roux by melting the butter over medium heat until foamy, swirling the pan to melt evenly, then whisk in the flour and cook, whisking constantly, 1 minute. Next, make a velouté by whisking the reserved liquid into the roux and bringing to a boil (again, always whisking), cooking until the mixture is smooth. (Classic culinary teaching would have you whisk cold stock into a hot roux, or vice versa, to prevent the sauce from forming lumps, but that isn't necessary as long as you whisk diligently.) Reduce heat and simmer 10 minutes.
  • Make liaison (optional) Whisk together the egg yolk, if using, and heavy cream, then temper by gradually whisking in a cup of the velouté (this will allow the egg to gently heat so it doesn't curdle). Now whisk everything back into the pot and cook over gentle heat until the sauce thickens enough to coat the back of the spoon, 1 to 2 minutes. (If you prefer, omit the egg and whisk the cream directly into the velouté in the pan.)
  • Serve Return the veal, artichokes, and peas to the pot along with the peeled favas and cook gently to heat through, stirring. Season with salt and pepper. Add lemon juice and chopped dill or parsley to taste.
  • Ingredients
  • This stew is best made in spring when all the ingredients are in season, but in a pinch, substitute frozen peas, fava beans, and even artichoke hearts, adding all at the end, just to heat through.
  • BLANQUETTE DE VEAU
  • Omit fava beans, peas, and artichokes. Once the veal has cooked for 1 hour and 20 minutes, melt 2 tablespoons unsalted butter in a medium saucepan over medium-high heat. Add 8 ounces small white button mushrooms and 6 ounces blanched and peeled pearl onions (page 31), tossing to combine. Pour in 1/4 cup stock from the stew and cook, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables are cooked through and the stock has reduced to a syrupy glaze, about 9 minutes. Finish with the liaison, then return veal to the pot along with the vegetables.

VEAL STEW WITH ARTICHOKE HEARTS, FAVA BEANS, AND PEAS



Veal Stew with Artichoke Hearts, Fava Beans, and Peas image

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Dinner Recipes

Number Of Ingredients 20

4 to 5 sprigs flat-leaf parsley
2 sprigs thyme
2 dried bay leaves
1 garlic clove, crushed and peeled
1 small onion, thickly sliced
1 medium carrot, sliced 1 inch thick
1/4 teaspoon whole black peppercorns
1 pound fresh fava beans, shelled (to yield 1 cup)
1/4 cup dry white wine
2 pounds boneless veal shoulder, cut into 1 1/2-inch cubes
6 cups water
1 teaspoon coarse salt
3 large fresh artichoke hearts, each cut into sixths
1 pound fresh green peas, shelled (to yield 1 cup)
4 tablespoons (1/2 stick) unsalted butter
1/4 cup all-purpose flour
1 large egg yolk (optional)
1/4 cup heavy cream
Juice of 1 lemon, or to taste
Coarsely chopped fresh dill or parsley

Steps:

  • Place the aromatics on a large piece of cheesecloth, gather the edges to enclose, and tie with kitchen twine.
  • Prepare an ice-water bath in a large bowl for shocking the beans (which stops the cooking and preserves their color). Drop the fava beans into a large pot of boiling salted water until bright green and just tender, about 2 minutes. Lift out the beans with a slotted spoon (or a spider) and plunge into the ice-water bath. Once they are thoroughly cool, drain and peel off the tough outer skins.
  • Pour the wine into a large saucepan and bring to a boil, then reduce the heat and simmer for 1 minute (to cook off some of the alcohol). Add veal, water, and 1 teaspoon salt. Bring to a boil and skim the foam from the surface with a slotted spoon (veal produces more surface foam than other meats, so this step is important). Add herb sachet and reduce heat to a low simmer. Cook, uncovered, 1 hour, skimming the surface frequently. Add artichoke hearts to the pot, submerging them partially in the liquid. Cook until the artichokes and veal are tender when pierced with the tip of a sharp knife, 20 to 25 minutes more, adding peas during the last 3 minutes of cooking. Remove the sachet and squeeze out the liquid into the pot. Then strain the contents of the pot through a fine sieve into a bowl or large measuring cup, reserving veal, artichokes, and peas. You should have about 3 cups liquid.
  • Wipe out the pot and return it to the stove. First, make a roux by melting the butter over medium heat until foamy, swirling the pan to melt evenly, then whisk in the flour and cook, whisking constantly, 1 minute. Next, make a veloute by whisking the reserved liquid into the roux and bringing to a boil (again, always whisking), cooking until the mixture is smooth. (Classic culinary teaching would have you whisk cold stock into a hot roux, or vice versa, to prevent the sauce from forming lumps, but that isn't necessary as long as you whisk diligently.) Reduce heat and simmer 10 minutes.
  • Whisk together the egg yolk, if using, and heavy cream, then temper by gradually whisking in a cup of the veloute (this will allow the egg to gently heat so it doesn't curdle). Now whisk everything back into the pot and cook over gentle heat until the sauce thickens enough to coat the back of the spoon, 1 to 2 minutes. (If you prefer, omit the egg and whisk the cream directly into the veloute in the pan.)
  • Return the veal, artichokes, and peas to the pot along with the peeled favas and cook gently to heat through, stirring. Add lemon juice. Serve garnished with dill and parsley.

GABRIEL'S SAUTEED FAVA BEANS



Gabriel's Sauteed Fava Beans image

This basic method of cooking fava beans was taught to me by chef Gabriel Claycamp of Culinary Communion. When I was recently able to get ahold of fresh fava beans, I wanted to cook them in a way that highlighted the taste of the beans themselves, and here's how Gabriel suggested I fix them. Although fresh fava beans are, as he said, about 70% waste (and the prep time is shelling and peeling), the remaining 30% after you've prepared and eaten them are *well* worth the effort! We loved them!

Provided by Julesong

Categories     Beans

Time 45m

Yield 2 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

boiling water
salt
ice
tap water
2 lbs fresh fava beans, in the pod (yields about 1 1/2 to 2 cups shelled beans)
1 tablespoon butter
1 teaspoon olive oil
2 garlic cloves, minced, to taste
salt & freshly ground black pepper, to taste

Steps:

  • First, shell the beans from the fava pods (I found it's sometimes easier - especially if you're new to fava beans - to open the pods when you run the edge of a knife along the seam, cutting away the tough edge so that the pod halves come apart).
  • In a large saucepan, bring water to a boil, then add salt - the amount depends on how much water you have, but it should be very salty, like seawater.
  • In a bowl, combine ice and tap water to make ice water; set aside.
  • Add the shelled beans to the boiling water and let cook for about 3 minutes, then remove from saucepan and immediately plunge into the ice water to halt the cooking.
  • Let the beans cool, then peel the outer skin from each of them.
  • Over medium heat in a skillet, melt together the butter and olive oil, then add the garlic and sauté for 1 minute.
  • Add the peeled fava beans and sauté for about 5 to 7 minutes, or until they are done to your preference.
  • Season to taste with salt and freshly ground pepper, serve, and enjoy!
  • Note: in choosing your fava beans, get the pods that are firm and fresh looking; also, if you're feeling silly, have these along with your favorite liver dish and a nice Chianti.
  • Note 2: once you've made these basic fava beans, you can add other delicious items such as caramelized onions or fennel, chunky fresh tomatoes, and/or a bit of chopped proscuitto.
  • Note 3: I asked Gabriel if favas could be frozen effectively, and he said that yes, you can shuck them and blanch them for 1 minute at most, then freeze them in a single layer on a sheet in the freezer before putting them into bags; great bright green color and no mushiness in texture; thaw, peel, and use as usual.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 574.7, Fat 9.8, SaturatedFat 4.3, Cholesterol 15.3, Sodium 74, Carbohydrate 90.2, Fiber 24.6, Sugar 8.3, Protein 34.8

PERSIAN RICE WITH FAVA BEANS AND DILL (BAQALA POLOW)



Persian Rice With Fava Beans and Dill (Baqala Polow) image

Frozen fava beans make easy work of this fragrant rice dish, but if you have access to fresh favas, it makes for a delicious springtime stunner.

Provided by Najmieh Batmanglij

Categories     Dinner     Lunch     Rice     Bean     Spring     Dill     Quick & Easy     Soy Free     Peanut Free     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Tree Nut Free     Vegetarian

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 15

2 cups (400g) white basmati rice
3 lbs (1.3kg) fresh fava beans, or 1 lb (450g) frozen fava beans
½ cup (120ml) olive oil
1 (4-inch/10cm) cinnamon stick
1 leek (white and green parts), finely chopped
4 cloves garlic, peeled and crushed
2 teaspoons salt
½ teaspoon freshly ground pepper
¼ teaspoon turmeric
2 tablespoons ground cardamom
2 tablespoons rose water
3 cups (700ml) water
3 cups (250g) coarsely chopped dill weed
½ teaspoon ground saffron dissolved in 2 tablespoons rose water
Fried eggs and Yogurt and Persian Shallot Dip for serving (optional)

Steps:

  • Wash the rice by placing it in a large container and covering it with water. Agitate gently with your hand, then pour off the water. Repeat 5 times until the water is no longer cloudy. Drain, using a fine-mesh colander, and set aside.
  • If using fresh fava beans in the pod, shell and remove second skins. If using frozen favas with second skins removed, place in a colander and rinse thoroughly. Set aside.
  • Heat ¼ cup (60ml) oil in a large, non-stick pot over medium-high heat until very hot. Add the cinnamon stick, leek, and garlic, and stir-fry for 3 to 5 minutes, or until the leek is wilted. Add the rice, salt, pepper, turmeric, cardamom, and rose water, and stir-fry for another 1 minute.
  • Add the water, tip in the skinned fava beans and bring back to a boil, stirring gently twice with a wooden spoon, to loosen any grains that may have stuck to the bottom of the pot. Cover firmly with a lid to prevent any steam from escaping. Reduce heat to medium and cook for 12 to 15 minutes, or until all the water has been absorbed.
  • Add the dill and fluff using 2 forks. Drizzle the remaining oil and the saffron-infused rose water over the rice. Cover again, reduce heat to low, and cook for another 10 minutes. Remove the pot from heat and allow to cool, still covered, for 5 minutes.
  • Serve with fried eggs and Yogurt and Persian Shallot Dip or alongside roasted lamb or fish.

HERBED FAVA BEANS WITH PASTA



Herbed Fava Beans With Pasta image

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     side-dish

Time 1h

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

Kosher salt
2 1/2 pounds fresh fava beans in the pods, shelled (or 1 1/2 to 2 cups shelled fava beans)
1 cup small bow-tie pasta or other small pasta
3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
1 clove garlic, smashed
4 sprigs mint, plus 1 tablespoon finely chopped mint leaves
4 sprigs parsley, plus 1 tablespoon finely chopped parsley leaves
1 bunch scallions, finely chopped
2 tablespoons unsalted butter
Freshly ground pepper

Steps:

  • Fill a large bowl with ice water. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the fava beans and cook 30 seconds. Remove with a slotted spoon and transfer to the ice water; let cool about 5 minutes (keep the pot of water boiling). Drain the beans, then peel off their skins (they should slip right off). Add the pasta to the boiling water and cook as the label directs. Reserve about 1 1/2 cups cooking water, then drain the pasta.
  • Heat the olive oil, garlic, mint sprigs, parsley sprigs and all but 2 tablespoons of the scallions in a large skillet over medium heat. Cook, stirring, until the scallions are soft, 1 to 2 minutes. Add the favas and 1 cup of the reserved cooking water. Bring to a simmer and cook until the favas are tender and the liquid is slightly reduced, 8 to 10 minutes; discard the garlic and herb sprigs.
  • Add the pasta to the skillet and cook, tossing until it absorbs some of the sauce, about 3 minutes. Stir in the butter, chopped mint and parsley, reserved scallions, and salt and pepper to taste. Add more cooking water to loosen, if needed. Serve warm or at room temperature.
  • Tip: If you can't find fresh fava beans, use frozen shelled and skinned ones and blanch as directed.

FAVA BEANS WITH RED ONION AND MINT (FAVE CON CIPOLLA ROSSA E MENTA )



Fava Beans with Red Onion and Mint (Fave con Cipolla Rossa e Menta ) image

Provided by Ursula Ferrigno

Yield Makes 6 (small plate) servings

Number Of Ingredients 5

3 cups peeled shelled fresh fava beans (2 1/2 pounds in pod)
1 teaspoon plus 2 tablespoons olive oil, divided
2 medium red onions, chopped
Fine sea salt
Generous handful of mint, roughly chopped (about 1/2 cup)

Steps:

  • Cook fava beans with 1 teaspoon oil in boiling unsalted water until tender, 6 to 8 minutes, then drain.
  • Cook onions in remaining 2 tablespoons oil in a medium skillet over medium heat, stirring, until just crisp-tender, about 4 minutes. Add beans and cook until just heated through, then season with sea salt and pepper. Toss in mint. Serve immediately.

EGYPTIAN FOOL (FAVA BEANS) TRADITIONAL BREAKFAST



Egyptian Fool (Fava Beans) Traditional Breakfast image

This is a very common food here in Egypt. Due to its cost, which is extremely low, it is a popular dish for many. With this recipe you can enjoy a traditional Egyptian breakfast in the comfort of your home! There is a LONG way to make this too, using dried fava beans and soaking and then cooking, this recipe makes it A LOT easier and in my opinion is even better! Enjoy!

Provided by cooking in cairo...

Categories     Breakfast

Time 15m

Yield 2-4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 (16 ounce) can fava beans (you can find at any middle eastern store, maybe even like a trader joe's or organic store)
1 small lemon, juice of, only
3 tablespoons canola oil (or any oil you prefer)
1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 onion (Small size and chopped- optional, if you don't want to use just skip step number 1)
pita bread

Steps:

  • Chop up a small onion with a bit of oil and sauté in small pot until tender, remove from heat.
  • Open can of fava beans and dump into pot, along with juices, do not drain.
  • Take a potato smasher and smash up the fava beans. I leave a few whole, but basically smash up most of them.
  • Add salt, ground cumin and cayenne pepper to your liking.
  • Squeeze juice of lemon into pot.
  • Add a splash of olive oil.
  • Heat just to boil and then that's it.
  • Spoon some beans into a flat bowl, splash some oil on top of them. I like to add the following garnish, but you can leave garnish out and just eat that way they are just as yummy too.
  • This is something I do sometimes to this dish as well-MY SPECIAL GARNISH. 1. Chop a few slices of red onion fine. 2. Chop a small (or half) green bell pepper finely. 3. Chop a handful of black olive slices finely. 4. Chop a small tomato finely. 5. A little bit of chopped parsley 6. Drizzle of tahina.
  • Okay now you add all these finely chopped veggies around the bowl edge and finish off with a drizzle of tahina in middle of bowl. Looks beautiful! Then i mix all together and eat it mixed up!

PERSIAN SABZI POLO (HERB RICE WITH FAVA BEANS)



Persian Sabzi Polo (Herb Rice with Fava Beans) image

This is a Persian dish which I often make for my husband. It will taste much better if you use fresh herbs. It also goes very well with either fish or chicken. Hope you like it.

Provided by GONDWANA

Categories     Side Dish     Rice Side Dish Recipes

Time 1h15m

Yield 16

Number Of Ingredients 12

6 cups water
4 cups uncooked long-grain white rice
3 tablespoons vegetable oil
½ cup water
1 bunch fresh dill, chopped
1 bunch fresh parsley, chopped
1 bunch fresh cilantro, chopped
2 cups fresh or frozen fava beans
ground turmeric to taste
ground cinnamon to taste
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan bring water to a boil. Rinse rice; stir into boiling water. Boil just until rice rises to the surface of the water. Drain rice and return it to the saucepan. Stir in the oil and water. Mix in the dill, parsley, cilantro, fava beans, turmeric, cinnamon, salt and pepper.
  • Cook the rice over medium heat for 5 minutes.
  • Reduce heat to the lowest setting. Cover and simmer for 40 to 45 minutes. Note: It's normal to end up with crispy rice (called Tadig) on the bottom of the pot after cooking; it's delicious.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 233.8 calories, Carbohydrate 44.7 g, Fat 3.1 g, Fiber 2.1 g, Protein 5.5 g, SaturatedFat 0.5 g, Sodium 214.1 mg, Sugar 0.1 g

HALIBUT ON MASHED FAVA BEANS WITH MINT



Halibut on Mashed Fava Beans with Mint image

Provided by Molly Stevens

Categories     Bean     Low Cal     High Fiber     Mother's Day     Dinner     Mint     Halibut     Spring     Pan-Fry     Bon Appétit     Pescatarian     Dairy Free     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free     No Sugar Added     Kosher

Yield Makes 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 8

3 pounds fresh fava beans in pod, shelled, or 2 1/2 cups frozen doublepeeled fava beans, thawed
2 teaspoons plus 1/4 cup chopped fresh mint
2 teaspoons finely grated lemon peel, divided
3/4 teaspoon coarse kosher salt
2 pinches of dried crushed red pepper, divided
6 5-ounce 3/4-inch-thick halibut fillets
9 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, divided
All purpose flour (for dredging)

Steps:

  • Cook fava beans in large saucepan of boiling salted water 2 minutes; drain. Transfer to large bowl of ice water. Cool beans; peel if using fresh beans. DO AHEAD: Can be made 1 day ahead. Cover and chill.
  • Mix 2 teaspoons mint, 1 teaspoon lemon peel, 3/4 teaspoon coarse salt, and 1 pinch of red pepper in small bowl. Arrange fish on large rimmed baking sheet. Rub mint mixture all over fish. DO AHEAD: Can be made 4 hours ahead. Cover and chill.
  • Heat 2 tablespoons oil in heavy large skillet over medium heat. Add fava beans. Sprinkle with coarse salt, black pepper, and pinch of red pepper. Cook until heated through and tender, stirring occasionally and adding water by 1/4 cupfuls if dry, about 5 minutes. Using potato masher, mash beans to coarse puree, adding water by 1/4 cupfuls if dry. Season with salt and pepper. DO AHEAD: Can be made 4 hours ahead. Let stand at room temperature.
  • Dredge fish in flour, shaking off excess. Heat 2 tablespoons oil in each of 2 heavy large skillets over medium-high heat. Cook fish until lightly browned and just opaque in center, about 4 minutes per side.
  • Meanwhile, rewarm fava bean puree. Stir in remaining 1/4 cup mint, 1 teaspoon lemon peel, and 3 tablespoons olive oil.
  • Divide fava bean puree among plates. Top with fish and serve.

CARAMELIZED ONIONS & FAVA BEANS (BROAD BEANS)



Caramelized Onions & Fava Beans (Broad Beans) image

These beans are so delicious - fresh are best but they are a bit of a workup to clean & prepare. You may also use canned or frozen. Double or triple the recipe as you wish. Preparation time is for fresh beans - for canned or frozen it is apprx 15 minutes

Provided by Bergy

Categories     Onions

Time 1h

Yield 2 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 lbs fresh fava beans or 2 cups canned or frozen fava beans
1 large onion, cleaned and chopped
1 teaspoon butter
1 teaspoon olive oil
1 garlic clove, finely chopped (or more)
4 tablespoons parmesan cheese, grated

Steps:

  • If you are using fresh- shell the beans, add to boiling water, cook for apprx 10 minutes, dash into cold water and remove outer membrane from each bean.
  • If you are using frozen ensure they are cooked.
  • Canned are ready as is.
  • Heat the oil& Butter in a skillet add onions and garlic saute over medium heat until the onions are golden brown apprx 20 minutes.
  • Add Fava beans, cook until heated through.
  • Place beans& Onions in an oven proof dish.
  • Sprinkle with cheese and broil until cheese is golden.
  • You may make this dish ahead up to where you add the beans to the onions, place beans and onions in casserole dish, sprinkle with cheese and 25 minutes before serving pop into a 350F oven, broil for last few minutes to brown the cheese.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 612.9, Fat 8.9, SaturatedFat 3.6, Cholesterol 13.8, Sodium 191.7, Carbohydrate 97.7, Fiber 25.6, Sugar 11.6, Protein 39.2

FAVA BEANS WITH SNAP PEAS AND MINT



Fava Beans with Snap Peas and Mint image

Fava beans mingle with snap peas and mint in this showcase of spring vegetables.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Healthy Recipes     Gluten-Free Recipes

Time 1h10m

Yield Serves 6 to 8

Number Of Ingredients 5

Coarse salt and freshly ground pepper
1 pound snap peas, trimmed
6 pounds fava beans, shelled (about 2 pounds)
3 tablespoons unsalted butter
1/4 cup packed fresh mint leaves

Steps:

  • Prepare an ice-water bath. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add snap peas and blanch 3 to 4 minutes. Transfer to ice bath; let cool, then drain on a paper towel-lined plate.
  • Add fava beans to pot and blanch 2 to 3 minutes. Transfer to ice bath and let cool; drain on plate. Pop favas from skins.
  • Melt butter in a large saute pan over medium. Add favas and cook, stirring occasionally, until crisp-tender, 4 to 5 minutes. Add peas; season with salt and pepper. Cook, stirring occasionally, until tender and heated through, 3 to 5 minutes. Transfer to a serving bowl and sprinkle with mint.

RISOTTO WITH ASPARAGUS, FRESH FAVA BEANS AND SAFFRON



Risotto With Asparagus, Fresh Fava Beans and Saffron image

Fava beans top my list of spring favorites. The 15 minutes that it will take you to shell and skin these high-protein, high-fiber treasures is time well spent, because their season is, sadly, a short one. A warning, though: fava beans are toxic to individuals with favism, caused by an inherited blood enzyme deficiency. Be cautious when trying fava beans for the first time.

Provided by Martha Rose Shulman

Categories     dinner, main course

Time 1h

Yield Serves four to six

Number Of Ingredients 13

2 pounds fava beans
About 7 cups chicken or vegetable stock, as needed
2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
1/2 cup minced onion or spring onion
Salt, preferably kosher salt, to taste
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 1/2 cups Italian arborio rice
1 pinch of saffron threads
1/2 cup dry white wine, such as pinot grigio or sauvignon blanc
1 pound asparagus, trimmed and cut into 1-inch pieces
1/2 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
Freshly ground pepper to taste
2 tablespoons chopped chives (optional)

Steps:

  • Prepare the fava beans. Shell them while you bring a medium pot of water to a boil. Drop the beans into the water, and boil small favas for one minute, large favas for two minutes. Transfer at once to a bowl of ice-cold water. Drain. Remove the skins, using your thumbnail to open up the skin at the spot where the bean attached to the pod, then gently squeezing out the bean.
  • Pour the stock or broth into a saucepan, and bring it to a boil. Add the asparagus, and blanch for three minutes. Remove the asparagus with a slotted spoon or skimmer, refresh in a bowl of cold water, drain and set aside. Turn down the heat under the stock, and keep at a simmer with a ladle nearby or in the pot. Make sure that it is well seasoned.
  • Heat the oil over medium heat in a wide, heavy skillet or saucepan, and add the onion and 1/2 teaspoon salt. Cook, stirring, until tender, about three minutes. Add the garlic and the rice. Cook, stirring, until the grains of rice are separate and beginning to crackle, about one to two minutes. Rub the saffron between your thumb and fingers, and stir into the rice.
  • Add the wine, and stir over medium heat until it has been absorbed by the rice. Begin adding the simmering stock, two ladlefuls (about 1/2 cup) at a time. The stock should just cover the rice and should be bubbling, not too slowly nor too quickly. Cook, stirring often, until the liquid is almost absorbed. Add another ladleful or two of the stock, and continue to cook in this fashion - adding more stock when the rice is almost dry, then stirring - for 15 minutes. Then stir in the asparagus and the fava beans and another ladleful or two of stock. Continue adding stock and stirring the rice for another 10 to 15 minutes, until the rice is cooked al dente and the vegetables are tender. Add more stock to the rice, and stir in the Parmesan, pepper and chives. Remove from the heat. Taste and adjust salt. The rice should be creamy. Stir once and serve right away in wide soup bowls or on plates, spreading the risotto in a thin layer rather than lumping in a mound.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 529, UnsaturatedFat 8 grams, Carbohydrate 82 grams, Fat 12 grams, Fiber 15 grams, Protein 28 grams, SaturatedFat 3 grams, Sodium 1399 milligrams, Sugar 20 grams

PAN SEARED HALIBUT WITH GARLIC CHIVE SPAETZLE, LOBSTER AND FAVA BEANS WITH A WILD MUSHROOM VELOUTE



Pan Seared Halibut with Garlic Chive Spaetzle, Lobster and Fava Beans with a Wild Mushroom Veloute image

Provided by Food Network

Categories     main-dish

Time 1h35m

Yield 2 servings

Number Of Ingredients 21

1 cup milk
1 cup all-purpose flour
5 whole eggs
1 teaspoon ground nutmeg
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
2 tablespoons minced garlic
Oil
2 tablespoons butter
2 shallots
1 cup mushrooms
1 cup leek whites
1 quart fish stock (chicken or vegetable will do)
1 quart cream
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
1 (7-ounce) fillet halibut
2 tablespoons butter, divided
3 ounces spatzle
2 tablespoons blanched fava beans
2 ounces par-cooked lobster meat
2 ounces mushroom veloute

Steps:

  • Mix milk, flour, 5 whole eggs, nutmeg, 1 teaspoon of salt and freshly ground pepper and minced garlic until the dough forms. Allow to rest for 30 minutes. Over a pot of salted boiling water, pass the dough through a perforated pan or spaetzle maker. Once the dumplings float, strain out of the water and place them on a tray until room temperature. Moisten with a little oil and store for up to 2 days, refrigerated.
  • In a pot place 2 tablespoons of butter, 2 shallots, 1 cup of leeks and 1 cup of mushrooms and cook over medium heat for 15 minutes. Then add the fish stock and reduce by half. Add your 1-quart of cream and reduce by another two thirds. Place in a blender until smooth and pass through a strainer. Adjust with salt and pepper.
  • You will need 2 pans for cooking and a small pot for your sauce. In a pan on medium-high heat, add the oil and allow 30 seconds to heat up. Then place the fillet of fish away from you in a pan so it doesn't splash you. While the fish is cooking, put the other pan on high heat, place half of the butter and allow to brown slightly. Once slightly brown add the spatzle and allow to cook for about 1 1/2 minutes. At this stage add the fava beans and lobster; allow to cook for no more than 2 minutes.
  • Your fish should be almost cooked by this point with a nice golden brown crust, flip and finish for 1 minute. Place the sauces on warm plates with the spatzle saute in the middle and the drained fish on top.

ASPARAGUS AND FAVA BEANS WITH TOASTED ALMONDS



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This vibrant yet simple side dish celebrates early-spring produce like tender asparagus spears and fresh fava beans. A bright and lemony dressing compliments the grassy flavors of the vegetables, while chopped toasted almonds add texture and richness. Serve alongside roasted salmon for an easy, elegant Easter brunch.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Healthy Recipes

Time 40m

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 1/2 pounds fresh fava beans, shelled
Coarse salt and freshly ground pepper
1 pound asparagus, tough ends removed
3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, plus more if needed
2 cloves garlic, minced
Juice and zest (removed in long strips) of 1 lemon
1/2 cup raw almonds, toasted and chopped

Steps:

  • Blanch fava beans in a pot of salted boiling water just until tender, about 1 minute. Transfer to an ice-water bath. Blanch asparagus in pot until just tender, 2 to 3 minutes; transfer to ice-water bath. Drain vegetables. Remove outer skin from fava beans (you should have 1 cup). Pat asparagus dry.
  • Heat a large skillet over medium-high. Swirl in oil, then add garlic and fava beans and season with salt. Cook, stirring frequently, until garlic is softened, 2 minutes. Remove from heat. Transfer beans to a plate with a slotted spoon. Let skillet cool slightly, then whisk lemon juice into oil in skillet; season with salt and pepper. (Add more oil if dressing is too tart.) Add asparagus; toss to coat with dressing.
  • Combine almonds and lemon zest in a small bowl. Transfer asparagus to a platter, top with fava beans, and drizzle remaining dressing in skillet over top. Sprinkle with almond-zest mixture and serve.

SAUTé OF FRESH FAVA BEANS, ONIONS, AND FENNEL



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Categories     Bean     Onion     Vegetable     Side     Sauté     Fennel     Spring     Bon Appétit

Yield Makes 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

3 pounds fresh fava beans, shelled, or 3 cups frozen baby lima beans, thawed
1/3 cup olive oil
1 cup chopped onion
1 fresh fennel bulb, trimmed, sliced
1 teaspoon fennel seeds, coarsely ground in spice grinder
1 1/3 cups (about) canned low-salt chicken broth
4 tablespoons chopped fresh dill
1/2 cup chopped pancetta*
1/2 teaspoon dried savory
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice

Steps:

  • Cook fava beans in boiling salted water 2 minutes. Drain, cool and peel outer skins (do not cook or peel lima beans).
  • Heat oil in heavy large skillet over medium-high heat. Add onion and fennel bulb; sauté 5 minutes. Add favas or lima beans and fennel seeds; sauté 3 minutes. Add 1 cup broth and 2 tablespoons dill; bring to boil. Reduce heat; simmer 10 minutes to blend flavors. Stir in pancetta and savory, adding more broth if mixture is dry. Simmer until favas are tender, about 15 minutes longer. Mix in lemon juice and 2 tablespoons dill. Season to taste with salt and pepper. Serve warm or at room temperature. (Can be made 2 days ahead. Cover and chill. Bring to room temperature before serving.)
  • Pancetta, Italian bacon cured in salt, is available at Italian markets, some supermarkets, and some specialty foods stores.

HALIBUT WITH FAVA BEANS AND ASPARAGUS



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Fillet of halibut is served with a fresh sauce of sugar snap peas, fava beans, baby asparagus tips and bits of black truffle in this recipe adapted from the chef Eric Ripert of Le Bernardin.

Provided by Julia Reed

Categories     dinner, main course

Time 30m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 16

1 tablespoon canola oil
1 ounce diced prosciutto
3 tablespoons finely chopped shallots
1 cup chicken stock
1/4 cup black truffles (about 2 truffles), chopped
2 cups baby peas (10 ounces), shelled (frozen peas are fine)
1 1/2 cups sugar snap peas (5 ounces), sliced into the bias into 1/4-inch slices
12 asparagus tips
1/2 cup fava beans (8 ounces in pods), shelled and outer skin removed
Fine sea salt
Freshly ground white pepper
6 6-ounce halibut fillets
5 tablespoons butter
1 teaspoon oregano leaves, minced at last minute
1 lemon
Coarse sea salt

Steps:

  • Heat canola oil in a pan over medium heat and add prosciutto and shallots. Sweat until shallots are soft and translucent. Cover with stock and simmer for about 10 minutes. Stir in truffles. Set aside.
  • Blanch the peas, sugar snaps, asparagus and fava beans separately in boiling water, until tender, about 1 minute. Remove from heat and immediately plunge into an ice-water bath to stop the cooking. Set aside fava beans, 1 cup of sugar snaps and asparagus. Place peas and 1/2 cup of sugar snaps in a blender or food processor and puree. Force puree through a fine-mesh sieve to remove any lumps or strings. Set aside in a small pot.
  • In a heavy casserole large enough to accommodate 6 fillets, bring 1/4 inch of salted water to a simmer. Salt and pepper each fillet on both sides. Gently poach for 3 to 5 minutes, until the halibut is just cooked through. Test for doneness by inserting a skewer in thickest part of fish for 5 seconds. Skewer should be warm upon removal.
  • Bring the chicken-stock-and- truffle mixture to a boil and carefully whisk in 4 tablespoons butter. Add remaining snap peas, fava beans and asparagus, along with oregano, and hold over low heat. Reheat pea puree and stir in remaining butter. Spoon some puree down center of plate in a line and top with a fillet, crosswise over puree. Squeeze lemon juice over halibut and a pinch of sea salt. Spoon over sauce. Repeat 5 times. Serve.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 360, UnsaturatedFat 7 grams, Carbohydrate 16 grams, Fat 15 grams, Fiber 6 grams, Protein 39 grams, SaturatedFat 7 grams, Sodium 837 milligrams, Sugar 7 grams, TransFat 0 grams

SHRIMP AND FAVA BEANS



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Provided by Steven Satterfield

Categories     Bean     Kid-Friendly     High Fiber     Dinner     Lunch     Shrimp     Healthy     Pescatarian     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free     Small Plates

Yield 4 Servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 cup kosher salt, plus more for seasoning
3 pounds whole fava pods, about 1 1/2 cups beans after shelling
4 tablespoons (1/2 stick) unsalted butter, cut into small pieces
1 1/2 pounds medium shrimp, peeled and deveined
Freshly ground black pepper
Juice of 1 lemon
1/2 cup fruity white wine
1 or 2 radishes, thinly sliced
Flat-leaf parsley leaves for garnish

Steps:

  • Set a large pot on the stove. Put in 1 gallon water and 1 cup kosher salt. Bring to a boil. Ready a large bowl of ice water.
  • Tear open the fava pods and remove the beans, discarding the outer pods. Place the beans in the boiling water for 1 to 2 minutes, then remove with a slotted spoon and transfer to a bowl of ice water to stop the cooking. When cooled, remove the outer hull of each bean and place the shelled beans in a bowl, discarding the hulls. Set aside.
  • Place the butter and the shrimp in a wide skillet and set on the stove. Turn the heat to the lowest setting and stir as the butter melts and the shrimp begin to cook. Season with salt and pepper and add lemon juice and white wine. As the temperature rises, keep a close eye on the shrimp, stirring frequently. Remove with a slotted spoon when the shrimp are pink and slightly curled. Set aside.
  • Add the peeled favas to the pan and increase the heat to medium-high. Cook until the favas are heated all the way through, then taste for seasoning and adjust. Be sure to taste both the beans and the liquid. Add the radishes to the pan and turn off the heat. Return the shrimp to the pan and toss to combine. Divide the shrimp and fava mixture with the juice among 4 bowls, and garnish with parsley. Serve immediately.

LAMB SHANKS WITH RICE AND FAVA BEANS



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This recipe, from "Food of Life" cookbook author Najmieh Batmanglij, is a Persian New Year specialty that symbolizes spring fertility and renewal.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Ingredients     Meat & Poultry     Lamb Recipes

Number Of Ingredients 27

6 tablespoons canola oil
4 teaspoons sea salt
1 teaspoon ground black pepper
1/2 teaspoon turmeric
1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
6 (3/4- to 1-pound) lamb shanks, rinsed and pat dry
2 large onions, thinly sliced
8 cloves garlic, chopped
1 teaspoon ground saffron
1 cube sugar
1/4 cup rose water
1 tablespoon honey
2 tablespoons freshly grated orange zest
1/2 cup freshly squeezed lime juice
2 teaspoons advieh (Persian spice mix)
3 cups long-grain basmati rice
2 pounds fresh or 1 pound frozen fava beans, shelled
2 tablespoons sea salt
5 cardamom pods, crushed
1/4 cup plus 2 tablespoons rose water
1 teaspoon ground saffron
1 cup canola oil or clarified brown butter
1/2 cup milk
6 cups fresh dill, finely chopped
10 pieces baby green garlic, trimmed, halved lengthwise, and thinly sliced on the bias, plus 3 pieces tied together in a knot
Plain yogurt, for serving
Bitter orange, for serving

Steps:

  • Cook the meat: Preheat oven to 325 degrees.
  • Heat 3 tablespoons oil over medium-high heat in a large Dutch oven. In a small bowl, mix together 2 teaspoons salt, 1/2 teaspoon pepper, turmeric, and flour. Lightly dredge lamb shanks in salt mixture, shaking off excess. Add to Dutch oven and cook lamb on all sides until golden brown. Remove and set aside.
  • Add remaining 3 tablespoons oil to Dutch oven; add onions and garlic; cook, stirring, until soft and translucent. Place saffron and sugar cube in a mortar and add rose water; using a pestle, grind until dissolved. Transfer saffron-rose water mixture to Dutch oven along with honey, orange zest, lime juice, remaining 2 teaspoons salt, remaining 1/2 teaspoon pepper, and advieh; cook, stirring, for 30 seconds.
  • Return lamb shanks to Dutch oven; add 1 cup water and cover. Transfer to oven and bake for 2 hours. Turn lamb shanks and re-cover; continue baking until lamb is tender and falling off the bone, about 1 hour more. Remove from oven and keep warm until ready to serve.
  • Make the rice: Place rice in a large bowl and add enough warm water to cover; drain and repeat process 4 more times. Set rice aside. If using fresh fava beans, shell and remove outer layer of skin; if using frozen, soak in warm water and remove second skin. Set aside.
  • Bring 8 cups water and 2 tablespoons salt to a boil in a large nonstick saucepan. Add rinsed rice, cardamom pods, and 2 tablespoons rose water; let boil, gently stirring to loosen grains of rice that have adhered to the bottom, until rice is soft and has risen to the surface, about 8 minutes. Drain in a large fine mesh sieve and rinse with 2 cups water; reserve saucepan.
  • Place saffron in a mortar and add rose water; using a pestle, grind until dissolved. In a large bowl, mix together 1/2 cup oil and milk, 1 teaspoon saffron-rose water mixture, and 2 1/2 cups drained rice. Spread mixture over the bottom of saucepan, pressing with a spatula to make even. Add fava beans, dill, and chopped green garlic to remaining rice in colander; toss to combine. Using a spatula, gently transfer to saucepan, forming a mound. Sprinkle with remaining saffron-rosewater mixture; cover and cook over medium heat for 10 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, in a small bowl, mix together remaining 1/2 cup oil and 1/2 cup warm water; pour over rice mixture in saucepan. Top with knotted green garlic and season with salt. Wrap the lid of the saucepan with a clean kitchen towel and cover saucepan firmly to prevent steam from escaping. Decrease heat to low and cook for 70 minutes. Remove from heat and place saucepan on rimmed baking sheet lined with a damp kitchen towel; let cool for 10 minutes. Do not uncover.
  • Uncover and remove knotted garlic; set aside. Using a wooden spatula, loosen the crust from the bottom of the saucepan. Place a large platter over the top of the saucepan; invert saucepan to remove rice. Garnish rice with knotted garlic and serve with lamb, yogurt and bitter orange.

FAVA BEANS WITH CHOURIçO SAUSAGE



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May 1st is known as Fava Day in some Portuguese kitchens, including those on the Azores island of Såo Michael, where this recipe originated. Goes well with a glass of wine or beer and some crusty, rustic bread. From Authentic Portuguese Cooking by Ana Patuleia Ortins.

Provided by Carolyn Haas

Categories     Other Main Dishes

Time 1h

Number Of Ingredients 11

1/2 c olive oil, divided
1/2 c onion, coarsely chopped
1/2 - 3/4 lb chouriço sausage, casing removed, cut into 1/4 inch slices (ok to substitute chorizo)
1 tomato, peeled, seeded and chopped (about 1 cup)
2 - 3 clove garlic, chopped
2 Tbsp parsley or cilantro, finely chopped
1 tsp sweet paprika
1/2 c white wine
4 c frozen green broad beans (do not thaw) substitute kidney beans, chickpeas, lima beans/butter beans or edamame
1/2 Tbsp kosher salt, or to taste
1/4 tsp ground white pepper

Steps:

  • 1. Heat 1/4 c. of the oil in a large pan over medium-high heat until hot.
  • 2. Saute onion until soft, 2 or 3 minutes
  • 3. Add sausage slices and cook until they start to firm up, about 2 minutes.
  • 4. Stir in rest of olive oil, tomato, garlic, cilantro and paprika. cover tightly. Reduce heat and cook over medium-low heat for 10 minutes until tomatoes are combined with onions.Pour in the white wine, cover, and bring back to a simmer for a few minutes.
  • 5. Add unthawed fava beans (or other beans) Season with salt and pepper. Cover and simmer for about 25 minutes. If using gas stove, move pot back and forth across burner to "stir" without opening pot. Try similar maneuver with electric stove! Serve hot or at room temperature.

LEMON-BASIL RISOTTO WITH ZUCCHINI AND FAVA BEANS



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Provided by Celia Barbour

Categories     dinner, main course

Time 50m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 1/2 pounds fava beans in their pods
6 cups chicken or vegetable broth
5 tablespoons butter or oil or a combination
3 shoots spring garlic or 3 to 4 cloves garlic, minced
4 shoots spring shallots or 4 shallots, minced
2 cups arborio rice
1 cup dry white wine
Finely grated zest of 1 lemon
3/4 pound zucchini, cut into matchsticks
1/2 cup grated shepherd's basket or pecorino cheese
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
25 basil leaves, shredded
1 tablespoon minced lemon balm leaves or 1 tablespoon lemon juice

Steps:

  • Remove fava beans from pods. Bring a pot of water to a boil, and submerge beans for 1 minute, then drain and chill in cold water. Slit translucent skin of each bean and discard. Test a bean for tenderness: if hard, simmer for 2 to 8 minutes, until tender. Cover and refrigerate until needed, up to 2 days.
  • Pour broth into a saucepan, bring to a simmer and keep warm. Place a heavy-bottomed pot or Dutch oven and a large skillet on stove. Divide butter or oil, garlic and shallots between the two pans.
  • Place Dutch oven over medium heat and sauté garlic and shallots until translucent. Add rice and stir for 2 minutes. Add wine and lemon zest and continue stirring until all the wine is absorbed. Begin stirring in the broth, one ladleful at a time, allowing each addition to be absorbed before adding the next. Meanwhile (after about the second ladleful of broth), place skillet over medium-high heat. Stir until garlic is light gold. Add zucchini and sauté 2 to 3 minutes. Remove from heat and set aside.
  • When most of the broth is incorporated, taste rice; it should be creamy with a slightly firm center. Remove from heat and mix in cheese. Cover and allow to rest for 1 minute. Meanwhile, return zucchini mixture to medium heat. Add favas and season with salt and pepper to taste. Stir just until mixture is warm, then remove from heat.
  • Add half the basil to zucchini and mix gently. Stir remaining basil and lemon balm or lemon juice into risotto. Place a portion of each on plates and serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 563, UnsaturatedFat 5 grams, Carbohydrate 89 grams, Fat 14 grams, Fiber 13 grams, Protein 20 grams, SaturatedFat 8 grams, Sodium 1376 milligrams, Sugar 16 grams, TransFat 0 grams

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