Bissara

Savor the warmth of Moroccan cuisine with Bissara, a hearty fava bean soup infused with garlic and cumin. Enjoy this comforting dish on a chilly evening or as a nourishing lunch, garnished with fresh parsley.

• 1 cup dried fava beans
• 4 cups water
• 2 cloves garlic
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• to taste none salt
• to taste none black pepper
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley

Method

1. 1

   Drain and rinse the soaked fava beans.

2. 2

   In a pot, combine the fava beans, water, minced garlic, and ground cumin.

3. 3

   Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat and simmer for about 10 minutes, until the beans are tender.

4. 4

   Using an immersion blender, blend the mixture until smooth and creamy.

5. 5

   Season with salt and black pepper to taste.

6. 6

   Serve hot, drizzled with olive oil and garnished with chopped parsley.