Bissara

Split fava bean purée with olive oil and cumin.

Ingredients

• 2 cups Split fava beans
• 8 cloves Garlic
• 1 tbsp Cumin
• 1 tbsp Paprika
• ½ cup Olive oil
• 2 tbsp Lemon juice
• 2 tsp Salt
• 6 cups Water

Method

1. Soak the beans — Soak the split favas overnight and drain.
2. Boil — Simmer with the garlic and salt for 1 hour until completely collapsed.
3. Blend — Purée until absolutely smooth, adding hot water to reach a thick soup.
4. Season — Stir in cumin, lemon and a little olive oil.
5. Bissara is ready — Pour into bowls, make a well, and fill it with olive oil, cumin and paprika.

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