Fava bean bessara

Use locally grown fava beans to make this classic Moroccan dip.

Published: February 8, 2021 at 4:53 pm

Originating in the Middle East, the cultivated fava bean reached British tables in the Iron Age. Experience the delicious taste of this versatile ingredient with our fava bean bessara.

Fava bean harvesting takes place in the autumn. /Credit: John Potter

Ingredients

  • 400g Split dried fava beans
  • 3 Garlic cloves
  • 1tsp Salt
  • 1tsp Cumin
  • 1tsp Paprika
  • 1tbsp Olive oil
  • Juice of 2 lemons
  • Cumin, paprika, olive oil to serve

Method

  • Step 1

    Puree the beans and garlic, either by hand or in a food processor. Stir in the olive oil, spices and lemon juice. Add a little water if required until the desired consistency.

  • Step 2

    Serve the bessara hot, drizzled with olive oil and seasoned with cumin and paprika.

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