JACY'S MIDDLE-EASTERN FAVA BEAN STEW
This is called 'Middle-Eastern' fava bean stew and not 'Moroccan' because I have also borrowed flavors from my Lebanese roots. This stew came to me on a Saturday afternoon when we were desperately low on groceries and had no meat in the freezer. The first time my carnivorous partner tried it, he honestly thought it contained meat. I have made this many times, and he devours it with relish! To make this dish completely vegetarian/vegan, omit the anchovies. Serve with steamed basmati rice, couscous or bulgur.
Provided by XjacyX
Categories Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes Stews Seafood
Time 2h5m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 26
Steps:
- To make harissa paste: Heat a dry skillet over high heat and add coriander, caraway and cumin seeds. Shake pan gently until spices become fragrant, about 2 minutes. Remove pan from heat and pour seeds into mortar and grind with pestle to a fine powder. Add garlic, salt, paprika and dried red pepper flakes, mashing and stirring until garlic is incorporated with the spices. Mixture will be dry and crumbly. Add enough of the 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil until you have a thick paste. Use fewer pepper flakes if you prefer less heat. Set aside.
- Pour 2 tablespoons olive oil into a large pot and add minced onions and garlic. Cook slowly over low heat until onions are translucent, about 10 minutes. Push onions aside in the pot, and stir in the anchovies. Cook anchovies until they soften, mashing them with the back of a wooden spoon until they dissolve. Stir together with the onion and garlic mixture.
- Add the butternut squash, carrots, bell pepper, frozen peas and a pinch of salt. Stir and cook over medium heat for about 5 minutes. Pour in the stock. Bring to a simmer and cook for about a minute.
- Stir in the drained fava beans, diced tomatoes, tomato paste, bay leaf and harissa paste (from step 1). Add brown sugar and pomegranate molasses. Bring back to a simmer, then reduce heat to low and cook uncovered for about 1 1/2 hours. The long, slow cooking time allows the flavors to deepen.
- Just before serving, stir in the chopped parsley. Top with the mint, if you like.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 315.2 calories, Carbohydrate 45.1 g, Cholesterol 2.3 mg, Fat 11.4 g, Fiber 11.9 g, Protein 11.7 g, SaturatedFat 1.5 g, Sodium 757.8 mg, Sugar 9.1 g
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Saroj Paudyal
[email protected]This stew was absolutely delicious! I made it for a party and it was a huge hit. Everyone loved the rich flavors and the tender beans. I'll definitely be making this again soon.
Murtaza Qayyum
[email protected]This recipe was a bit of a disappointment. The flavors were bland and the beans were undercooked. I won't be making this again.
natasha nix
[email protected]This stew is a staple in my house. It's so flavorful and comforting. I love serving it with a side of rice or quinoa.
Zodiac Turner
[email protected]Easy to make and delicious! I used canned fava beans to save time, and it still turned out great. I'll definitely be making this again.
Flor Lopez
[email protected]Meh.
BD Gaming Home
[email protected]This stew was a flavor explosion! The combination of spices and herbs was perfect, and the beans were so creamy and tender. I served it with a side of yogurt and pita bread, and it was the perfect meal. I'll definitely be making this again.
Sahan cusub
[email protected]This was a bit too spicy for my taste, but I'm sure it would be perfect for someone who likes their food hot. The flavors were all there, and the beans were cooked perfectly. I'll definitely try it again with less chili powder.
Ziaulislam Khan
[email protected]This stew is a great way to use up leftover fava beans. I had a bunch of them in my freezer and wasn't sure what to do with them. I found this recipe online and it was perfect! The stew is hearty and flavorful, and it's a great meal for a cold night.
Chikadibia Matthew
[email protected]I love this recipe! It's so easy to make and always turns out delicious. The fava beans are always perfectly cooked and the sauce is flavorful and creamy. I usually serve it with pita bread or rice. My friends and family always rave about it.
Nancy Woody
[email protected]This fava bean stew was a delightful culinary journey to the Middle East! The flavors were rich and complex, with a perfect balance of spices. The beans were creamy and tender, and the addition of the fresh herbs and lemon juice gave it a bright, ref