Indulge in the culinary delight of fava bean soup with mint, a traditional Mediterranean dish bursting with flavors and textures. This hearty and nutritious soup is not only a staple in many cultures but also a delicious way to enjoy the goodness of fava beans. Our collection of recipes offers diverse variations of this classic soup, each showcasing unique ingredients and cooking techniques. From the traditional Greek fava soup, known for its creamy texture and aromatic herbs, to the Moroccan bissara, featuring a blend of spices and tomatoes, these recipes cater to various palates. So, embark on a culinary journey and discover the delectable world of fava bean soup, exploring the diverse flavors and aromas that make this dish so beloved.
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FAVA BEAN SOUP WITH FRESH MINT
This fava bean soup, one of my mother's recipes, is one of my favorites. It can be enjoyed either as a hot soup or chilled and served as a gazpacho in the summer months.
Provided by Rosamaria
Categories Chowders
Time 1h
Yield 10 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- • Lightly sauté the turnips, onion, celery, and garlic in a skillet with a light coating of olive oil while adding the Himalayan Pink Salt and pepper.
- • In a separate soup pan add the chicken broth and water to the rinsed and cleaned Fava beans bring to a slow boil and then reduce the heat to simmer. Add the sautéed vegetables from above and the tomatoes, sliced Serrano peppers and the 25 mint leaves to the Fava beans and simmer for 15 minutes.
- • Remove ½ of the above soup mixture and blend in a standard blender. Return the blended soup mixture to the original soup pan and simmer the entire contents for an additional 30 minutes. Let cool and refrigerate until cold.
- • Here's the trick serve the gazpacho in your favorite soup bowl, drizzle some extra virgin olive oil on top, add 2 cranks of your peppermill coarse ground pepper, place 3 dampened mint leaves so that they stand up in the olive oil then add 2 cranks of your salt mill coarse ground Himalayan Pink Salt to the mint leaves. The presentation is very nice and the slight crunch of the salt while eating the gazpacho is excellent. Serve with blue corn tortillas on the side.
- • Voila "Mexico jus' like I pictured it".
Nutrition Facts : Calories 235.7, Fat 1.7, SaturatedFat 0.4, Sodium 62.8, Carbohydrate 39.1, Fiber 15.7, Sugar 4.7, Protein 18.5
FAVES A LA MENTA(FAVA BEANS WITH MINT)
Steps:
- Place the olive oil in a pot over medium heat. Add the onions and bacon and cook until limp. Season, to taste, with salt and pepper. Add the wine and bring to a boil. Add 1 cup of water and return to a boil. Continue cooking until the liquid is reduced by half.
- Add the remaining water and the fava beans and bring to a boil. Lower the heat to a simmer and cook until the fava beans are tender, about 5 to 7 minutes. Add the mint leaves and cook for 1 minute. Serve hot or at room temperature.
FAVA BEAN SOUP
Provided by Anne Burrell
Time 1h5m
Yield 8 servings
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Bring a large pot of well-salted water to a boil over medium heat and set up a bowl of well-salted ice water. Add the shelled fava beans to the boiling water. Once the water has come back to a boil, cook the beans for 3 to 4 minutes. Remove them from the boiling water and immediately put them into the bowl of salted ice water. Once the beans have cooled completely, strain them from the ice water. Peel the tough, light green outer layer from the beans. You will be left with a delicate, lovely vibrantly green tender fava bean. MMMMMM! Reserve these little lovelies.
- Coat a large saucepan over medium-high heat with extra-virgin olive oil. Add the bacon (if using, if not just start with the onions and celery) and once the bacon has started to become brown and crispy and is very aromatic, add the diced onions and celery. Season with salt, to taste, and a pinch of crushed red pepper. Cook the onions and celery until they become translucent and are very aromatic. Add the smashed garlic cloves and the diced potato, stir to coat with the oil and cook for 2 to 3 minutes. Stir in 2/3 of the reserved fava beans and 4 cups stock. Taste for seasoning and add salt, if needed. Bring the stock to a boil, then reduce the heat and simmer until the potatoes are fork tender, about 20 to 30 minutes.
- When the potatoes are tender enough to slide easily off a fork when cooked, puree the soup in a blender* until smooth. You probably will have to do this in batches. Return the soup to the pot, and add the remaining fava beans. If the soup is too thick, add some the remaining stock to adjust the consistency. Taste the soup to check the seasoning and reseason, if needed.
- Ladle the soup into serving dishes, give them a little sprinkle of grated Parmesan and a drizzle of big fat finishing oil.
- Fava beany-weany delicious!
FAVA BEAN AND MINT SOUP
My DH always asks for this soup once the cooler weather comes around. We love it!! It's also a good soup to entertain with because it is filling. The mint is optional but we think it adds an extra kick to the soup. If you prefer to go without the mint add fresh cilantro and ground cumin instead. Garnish with mint springs and unsweetened yogurt.
Provided by Rosealicious Chef
Categories Beans
Time 45m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Heat olive oil in a large sauce pan.
- Add onion and garlic, saute 2-3 minutes, until soft.
- Add potatoes, cook, and stirring, for 5 minutes.
- Stir in beans and stock. Cover & simmer for 30 minutes.
- Remove a few veggies from the pot (about ¾ of a cup...or more if you prefer to have a chunkier soup), set aside.
- Place the remainder soup in a food processor / blender. Process until soup is smooth.
- Return soup to saucepan; add the reserved vegetables and mint.
- Bring to a boil, stirring constantly. Remove from heat.
- Garnish with mint springs & unsweetened yogurt.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 296.3, Fat 7.4, SaturatedFat 1.1, Sodium 14.2, Carbohydrate 47, Fiber 9.7, Sugar 4.3, Protein 12.2
FAVA BEAN SOUP WITH MINT
Although this looks like a Mediterranean soup, I came across it in Veracruz, where the cuisine still has Spanish overtones. I have eaten a similar fava bean dish in Spain. You can find skinned, split fava beans in Middle Eastern markets.
Provided by Martha Rose Shulman
Time 2h15m
Yield Serves 6
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Drain the favas. Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a large, heavy soup pot or Dutch oven over medium heat and add the onion. Cook, stirring, until tender, about 5 minutes, and add the garlic. Stir together for a minute, until fragrant, and add the tomatoes and 1/2 teaspoon salt. Cook, stirring often, until the tomatoes have cooked down slightly, about 5 minutes, and add the beans, 2 quarts water, another 2 teaspoons salt, and the mint. Bring to a boil, reduce the heat, cover and simmer 2 hours, or until the beans have begun to fall apart and thicken the soup. Stir from time to time to make sure the beans are not settling at the bottom of the pot and sticking.
- When the beans are soft and falling apart, remove the bundle of mint, and using tongs, any stray mint leaves. Using an immersion blender, puree the soup. Taste and adjust seasonings.
- Serve, garnishing each bowl with a drizzle of olive oil, a sprinkling of slivered mint leaves, and a pinch of red pepper flakes.
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 125, UnsaturatedFat 4 grams, Carbohydrate 17 grams, Fat 5 grams, Fiber 7 grams, Protein 7 grams, SaturatedFat 1 gram, Sodium 1063 milligrams, Sugar 9 grams
FAVA BEANS WITH SNAP PEAS AND MINT
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
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.
Tips:
- To save time, use frozen fava beans. Just thaw them before using.
- If you don't have fresh mint, you can use dried mint instead. Just use about 1/4 of the amount called for in the recipe.
- If you like a thicker soup, you can add more fava beans or blend some of the soup before serving.
- Serve the soup with a dollop of yogurt or sour cream, and a sprinkle of paprika or chili flakes.
Conclusion:
Fava bean soup is a delicious and healthy soup that is perfect for a light lunch or dinner. It is also a great way to use up leftover fava beans. The soup is packed with flavor and nutrients, and it is sure to please everyone at the table.
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