FAVA BEAN AND CRISPY PANCETTA SALAD WITH A PEA, PECORINO AND MINT DRESSING
Steps:
- Bring a pot to a boil, half-filled with water, but with no salt as this makes fava beans and peas toughen. Add your garlic and allow the water to boil for a couple of mins before adding the beans. Cook for around 3-5 mins, depending on how young the beans are. Simply taste one to check. If you feel the skins are a little tough, which they sometimes can be, let them cool a little and then you can peel them very quickly by pinching and squeezing the bean out. Throw the skins away and keep the garlic clove to one side. Place your pancetta on a baking sheet, with the almonds spread out next to it. Place in a hot oven at 475 F - keeping an eye on the almonds to make sure they don't color too much. You should be able to crisp up the pancetta at the same time as toasting the almonds, but simply remove one or the other if it is getting too far ahead. To make the dressing, put your raw, shelled peas and and the soft, boiled garlic clove into a morter or food processor and bash or blitz until smooth. Add the cheese and most of the mint and stir or pulse to make a smooth paste. You want to turn this into a thick dressing, so add the EVOO and 4-5 tbl of lemon juice, to your preference. Season to taste - it should have an amazing flavor of sweet peas, tangy lemon, fragrant mint and a softness and roundness from the cheese. A balance is good, bit you should also trust your own judgement - i generally like mine to be a bit more lemony, to cut through the smokiness of the pancetta. Mix the dressing with the fava beans and sprinkle this over 4 plates. Crumble the pancetta over, followed by a sprinkle of the almonds which can be crushed or bashed up a little. Tear a little mint over the top with a little shaved Parmesan if you like.
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[email protected]I love the combination of flavors in this salad. The fava beans, peas, and pancetta are all so delicious together.
Blake Carter
[email protected]This salad is perfect for a summer picnic or potluck. It's easy to make ahead of time and it travels well.
Damon Fogley
[email protected]I'm always looking for new salad recipes, and this one definitely fits the bill. It's unique and flavorful, and it's sure to become a new favorite.
Kelli Rish
[email protected]This salad is a great way to use up leftover fava beans. I usually have a few leftover from making fava bean soup, and this salad is a great way to use them up.
Christva Glow
[email protected]I love this salad! It's so fresh and flavorful. I especially love the crispy pancetta. It adds a nice salty crunch to the salad.
Xavier Sing
[email protected]This salad is so easy to make and it's always a crowd-pleaser. I've made it for potlucks, picnics, and even just a casual weeknight dinner. It's always a hit.
Hame Khan
[email protected]I'm not a huge fan of fava beans, but this salad changed my mind! The beans were cooked perfectly and the dressing was amazing. I will definitely be making this again.
Sidharoown Sadat
[email protected]This is one of my favorite spring salads. It's so fresh and flavorful. I love the contrast between the crispy pancetta and the soft fava beans. The dressing is also really good. I always make a double batch so I have leftovers for lunch the next day.
Mamnun Rahman
[email protected]I made this salad for a picnic and it was perfect! It was easy to transport and held up well in the heat. Everyone loved it, even my picky eaters.
Obsa Kenasa
[email protected]This salad was a hit at my last dinner party! The combination of flavors and textures was perfect. The crispy pancetta added a nice salty crunch, while the fava beans and peas were soft and sweet. The dressing was also delicious and really brought th