Creamy Egyptian Bessara with Olive Oil and Coriander
Bessara is a traditional Egyptian dish made from fava beans that's smooth, creamy, and seasoned with a blend of aromatic spices and herbs.
Preparation
Get these tasks done before you start cooking.
Prepping the Fava Beans
- 1
Drain and rinse the soaked fava beans
Drain and rinse the soaked fava beans.
- 2
Add beans and water
In a large pot, add the fava beans and water.
- 3
Cook until tender
Bring to a boil, then reduce to simmer until beans are tender.
Preparing the Flavor Base
- 1
Heat olive oil
In a separate pan, heat olive oil over medium heat.
- 2
Sauté garlic and onions
Sauté garlic and onions until translucent and fragrant.
Tip: Do not let the garlic burn; it can turn bitter.
- 3
Toast spices
Add cumin and coriander powder, stirring for 1 minute.
Tip: Always sauté spices lightly to enhance their aroma.
How to Make Creamy Egyptian Bessara with Olive Oil and Coriander
Total time: 2 h · Yields 4 servings
- 1
Beans Blending
Once fava beans are tender, add sautéed garlic and onions mixture to the pot and blend with an immersion blender until smooth.
- 2
Adjusting Flavors
Stir in lemon juice and salt, adjusting flavors to taste.
- 3
Simmer & Taste
Simmer the mixture on low heat to let the flavors meld.
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