Can I use dried fava beans instead of canned?
Yes, but you'll need to soak them overnight and cook them until very tender, which significantly increases preparation time. Canned beans offer convenience without sacrificing much flavor.
Middle-eastern · breakfast
Hearty Lebanese Fava Bean Breakfast Dish
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25m
Total time
4
Servings
380
kcal
easy
Difficulty
Jul 2, 2026
INGREDIENTS.
4
Pantry
- 800 g Canned fava beans
- 4 tbsp Extra virgin olive oil
Produce
- 2 cloves Garlic
- 1 piece Lemon
- 0.3 cup Fresh parsley
- 1 piece Tomato
- 2 tbsp Fresh mint leaves
Sauce
- 2 tbsp Tahini
Spice
- 1 tsp Ground cumin
- 0.5 tsp Salt
THE METHOD.
tap to check off
0/7 done
FAQ · Things people ask
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