A legume enjoyed in ancient Persia and Egypt, Fava beans are less well known in America. Often pureed and used as a dip, Fava’s earthy, chestnut-like flavor and dense, floury texture combines well with pungent spices and aromatic herbs. Surfas Product 16 oz / 454 g Fava Bean SpreadServes 2-4 Ingredients 1 cup dried Fava beans 2 tbsp. olive oil 2 cloves garlic, chopped salt to taste ½ tsp. ground cumin ½ tsp. paprika 2 tbsp. chopped flat-leaf parsley ½ lemon, cut in wedges flat bread, cut in triangles for dipping Instructions Sort beans and soak overnight in bowl using 3 times as much water as beans. The next morning rinse beans thoroughly with cold water. Put beans in heavy saucepan, cover with two inches of water and bring to a slow boil. Reduce heat and simmer uncovered until tender (45 minutes – 1 hour). Drain beans and cool slightly. Peel and mash beans. In fry pan, heat 1 tbsp. oil, add garlic and sauté 1 minute. Turn off heat and add mashed beans, cumin and paprika. Place bean spread in serving bowl and drizzle with remaining olive oil, top with parsley and garnish with lemon wedges.
