Ingredient
Fava beans need to be taken out of the pod, blanched, and then the skin removed. Baby Fava Beans can be used similar to a Green Bean. Purée and use for a spread or use in a salad, Risotto, or pasta dish. There are many types of fresh beans and the best substitutes for fresh fava beans is Edamame, Garbanzo Bean, and English Pea.
Alternative Names
Broad Bean, Faba Bean, Habas, Horse Bean
Category
Origin
Flavor
Grassy, Sweet-Slightly, Vegetal
Texture
Prep Methods
Cooking Method
Uses
see categorized dishes
- Dish
- Appetizer Dish
- Dips/Spreads
- Pasta Dish
- Risotto
- Salad
- Vegetable Dish
Seasonal Availability
- Jan
- Feb
- Mar
- Apr
- May
- Jun
- Jul
- Aug
- Sep
- Oct
- Nov
- Dec
- In Season
- Coming/Limited Season
- Going Out of Season
- Not In Season
