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Description
Also known as Broad Bean, Fava beans are large, about 1 ¼ inches long, oval shape, thicker at the bottom end. They are light brown, with a dark line where the ridge is split. Fava beans have a creamy texture with a nutty flavour.
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Directions
Rinse 1 cup beans. Pour into boiling water and cover. Soak for 6 hours. Drain and discard soaking water. Add 4 cups fresh water to cook beans. Simmer over low heat until tender, about 40-60 minutes.
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Uses
Fava beans are common in Middle Eastern, Italian, Spanish and Portuguese cuisine. They are good in soups and stews, as a side dish, in cold salads, or processed into a hummus-like dip.
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Storage
Store in a cool, dry location. Shelf life is approximately 2 years.
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Nutrition
Nutrition Facts Per 3 tbsp (35 g) Amount % Daily Value Calories 120 - Fat 0.5 g 1% Saturated Fat 0 g - + Trans Fat 0 g 0% Carbohydrate 20 g - Fibre 5 g 19% Sugars 2 g 2% Sugar Alcohol 2 - Protein 9 g - Cholesterol 0 mg - Sodium 0 mg 0% Potassium 350 mg 7% Calcium 40 mg 3% Iron 2.25 mg 13%
| SKU | Unit Size |
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| 23961 | 12 x 400 g |
| 23964 | 11.3 kg RM |
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Description
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Directions
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Uses
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Nutrition
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Storage
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Also known as Broad Bean, Fava beans are large, about 1 ¼ inches long, oval shape, thicker at the bottom end. They are light brown, with a dark line where the ridge is split. Fava beans have a creamy texture with a nutty flavour.
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Rinse 1 cup beans. Pour into boiling water and cover. Soak for 6 hours. Drain and discard soaking water. Add 4 cups fresh water to cook beans. Simmer over low heat until tender, about 40-60 minutes.
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Fava beans are common in Middle Eastern, Italian, Spanish and Portuguese cuisine. They are good in soups and stews, as a side dish, in cold salads, or processed into a hummus-like dip.
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Nutrition Facts Per 3 tbsp (35 g) Amount % Daily Value Calories 120 - Fat 0.5 g 1% Saturated Fat 0 g - + Trans Fat 0 g 0% Carbohydrate 20 g - Fibre 5 g 19% Sugars 2 g 2% Sugar Alcohol 2 - Protein 9 g - Cholesterol 0 mg - Sodium 0 mg 0% Potassium 350 mg 7% Calcium 40 mg 3% Iron 2.25 mg 13% -
Store in a cool, dry location. Shelf life is approximately 2 years.