• In Episode #25, co-hosts Bita and Beata explore fava beans including why they are nutritious, how they are used in Persian cuisine, and some modern ways to use them in recipes.   Methods to eat and enjoy favas   The season for fresh fava beans in short, about 2 weeks, and is typically in the late spring season.   From fresh: Steam Peel the outer skins (optional to eat and consume this outer shell) Peel and remove the 2nd skin of the beans (not good for eating) Enjoy simply with salt   From frozen: Can be found already shelled and skinned from middle eastern or Persian markets In Baghali Polo | Persian Mixed Rice with Fava beans and dill   Substitutes for fava beans when making mixed rice with dill: Green peas Lima beans Edamame   Traditionally Baghali polo is served with Maycheh (braised lamb shanks) - also sometimes served with chicken, or an egg, or simply with the favas for vegetarian/vegan option   Modern recipes using fava beans In a sort of green hummus or fava bean tapenade   Growing fava beans in a garden: Plant in the fall Harvest and use in cooking (kids love doing this) Reuse the nutritious, rich soil for the next rotation crop in the garden   Ask the Beats! Question from Instagram, How did the beats, Bita and Beata meet and what do they share in common? Met initially over Instagram Met in person in GG park, San Francisco Both food bloggers Both appreciate a modern approach to Persian cooking!   Resource links and recipes from this episode:   Recipes: Bita’s recipe for:  Baghali Polo | Persian Fava Dill Rice Bita’s recipe for Green Hummus for Spring (a Fava bean tapenade) Podcast production by Alvarez Audio
  • Release date: 2023-10-11
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