Habas Rondenas (Beans With Ham and Eggs)

May 11, 2023May 11, 20230 15

Habas Rondenas: A Mouth-Watering Spanish Delicacy

Habas Rondenas (Beans With Ham and Eggs)

by The Chefin Vegetarian

Prep

20 min

Cook

45 min

Ready In

65 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

	2 teaspoons salt
	3 lbs fresh fava beans , in the shell or 1 1/2 lbs dried split fava beans
	1/4 cup olive oil
	1 yellow onion , finely chopped
	1 garlic clove , minced
	1 slice dry-cured ham , finely diced
	3 hard-boiled eggs , peeled
	1 tablespoon chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

4-6

Calories

240

Sugar

Fat

12g

Habas Rondenas is a traditional Spanish dish typically enjoyed during the springtime when fresh fava beans are in season. This dish is a perfect balance of flavors that come from the combination of fava beans, garlic, onions, ham, and eggs, which are all commonly found in Spanish cuisine. Habas Rondenas can be served as a main dish, or as a side dish with salad or bread. This dish is super easy to make and easy on the wallet, making it a perfect weekday dinner option when you're craving some delicious Spanish flavors.

Instructions

1.	Bring a pot of water, and 2 teaspoons of salt, to a boil and cook the beans for 7-8 minutes if they are fresh, and 30-40 minutes if they are dried.
2.	Drain the beans and rinse with cold water while removing the tough outer skins.
3.	Meanwhile, heat the olive oil in a frying pan and sauté the onions and garlic until they are golden.
4.	Add fava beans to the pan and stir gently.
5.	Add diced ham and a little bit of water to the frying pan and cover it for 3-5 minutes.
6.	Cut 3 hard-boiled eggs into small pieces and add them to the frying pan.
7.	Add salt to taste and continue cooking for another 2-3 minutes.
8.	Serve hot with some chopped parsley on top.

PROS

Habas Rondenas are high in protein, fiber, and healthy fats, and low in calories.

They are a perfect dish for vegetarians and people who prefer plant-based diets.

CONS

A key ingredient, fava beans, may cause a type of anemia in some individuals called favism, so it should be avoided by people with G6PD deficiency.

Also, dried split fava beans need a longer cooking time and require soaking before cooking.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Fava beans are a great source of plant-based protein and fiber, and they are low in fat and calories.
They are also rich in many vitamins and minerals, such as vitamin K, folate, and iron, which help to maintain healthy bones and skin. Moreover, consuming fava beans may reduce the risk of heart disease and stroke, thanks to their high levels of antioxidants and anti-inflammatory compounds.