Sudani Spiced Fava Beans

Ingredients

• 2 cups (400g) dried fava beans 2 cups (400g) dried fava beans
• 1 onion, finely chopped 1 onion, finely chopped
• 3 cloves of garlic, minced 3 cloves of garlic, minced
• 2 tomatoes, diced 2 tomatoes, diced
• 2 tablespoons vegetable oil 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon ground coriander 1 teaspoon ground coriander
• 1/2 teaspoon ground turmeric 1/2 teaspoon ground turmeric
• 1/2 teaspoon paprika 1/2 teaspoon paprika
• Salt, to taste Salt, to taste
• Fresh cilantro, for garnish Fresh cilantro, for garnish

Nutrition

• Calories (kcal / KJ): 250 kcal / 1046 KJ
• Fat (total, saturated): 6g, 1g
• Carbohydrates (total, sugars): 40g, 5g
• Protein: 14g
• Fiber: 12g
• Salt: 1g

Preparation

1. 1.
   Soak the dried fava beans in water overnight. Drain and rinse.
2. 2.
   In a large pot, heat the vegetable oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and minced garlic, and sauté until golden brown.
3. 3.
   Add the diced tomatoes to the pot and cook until they start to soften.
4. 4.
   Stir in the ground cumin, ground coriander, ground turmeric, and paprika. Cook for a minute to toast the spices.
5. 5.
   Add the soaked fava beans to the pot and pour in enough water to cover the beans.
6. 6.
   Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and simmer for about 1 hour or until the fava beans are tender.
7. 7.
   Season with salt to taste.
8. 8.
   Serve the Sudani Spiced Fava Beans hot, garnished with fresh cilantro.

Treat your ingredients with care...

• Fava beans — Soaking the dried fava beans overnight helps to soften them and reduce the cooking time. Make sure to drain and rinse them before using in the recipe.

Tips & Tricks

• For a spicier kick, add a pinch of cayenne pepper or chili flakes to the dish.
• Serve the Sudani Spiced Fava Beans with a squeeze of fresh lemon juice for a tangy twist.
• If you prefer a smoother texture, you can partially mash the fava beans with a fork or potato masher before serving.
• Customize the dish by adding your favorite vegetables, such as bell peppers or spinach, during the cooking process.
• Leftovers can be refrigerated and enjoyed the next day, as the flavors tend to develop and intensify over time.

Serving advice

Sudani Spiced Fava Beans is traditionally served as a main dish accompanied by bread or rice. It can also be enjoyed as a side dish alongside grilled meats or as part of a mezze platter.

Presentation advice

Garnish the Sudani Spiced Fava Beans with a sprinkle of fresh cilantro to add a pop of color. Serve it in a shallow bowl or on a plate, allowing the rich tomato sauce to envelop the fava beans.