Moroccan Bissara
Moroccan Bissara, also known as ” Moroccan Bessara ” or “full nabed,” is a creamy flavourful soup made from pureed fava beans and a rich blend of ingredients drizzled with pure olive oil.
Equipment
Ingredients
- 2 cups fava beans
- 0.5 cup extra virgin olive oil
- 3 cloves large garlic (minced)
- 2 teaspoons cumin powder
- 2 teaspoons paprika
- 1 teaspoon chilli pepper powder
- 8 cups water
Instructions
- Rinse the dried split fava beans and soak them in water overnight.
- In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté until fragrant and slightly golden, about 1-2 minutes.
- Drain the soaked fava beans and add them to the pot. Add 4 cups of water, ground cumin, paprika, and salt.
- Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat and simmer, partially covered, for about 45-50 minutes, or until the fava beans are tender and fully cooked.
- Blend the soup until it is smooth and creamy using an immersion or regular blender. If the soup is too thick, add more water or broth to thin it out to your liking.
- Taste the soup and adjust the seasoning if necessary.
- Ladle the soup into bowls and drizzle with olive oil, making perfect circles.
- Garnish with chili powder, cumin, and chopped fresh parsley or cilantro.
- Serve hot and enjoy your delicious Moroccan Bissara as a soup or a dip with Moroccan bread or your preferred crusty bread!
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Nutrition
Serving: 1cupCalories: 79kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 4gFat: 3g