Iraqi Layered Fresh Fava Bean-Broad Beans & Rice

May 29, 2023May 29, 20230 2

Iraqi Layered Fresh Fava Bean-Broad Beans & Rice recipe for a hearty and filling meal

by The Chefin Entree

Prep

20 min

Cook

45 min

Ready In

65 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

370

Sugar

Fat

Iraqi Layered Fresh Fava Bean-Broad Beans & Rice is a traditional dish from Iraq that is enjoyed by people of all ages. This dish is hearty and filling and can be served as a main course meal or as a side dish. The beans and rice are cooked together and then layered in a pot along with fresh dill. This recipe offers a balance of protein, fiber, and carbohydrates and is a good way to use up leftover beans in the pantry. This dish can be customized to your tastes, and you can add more spice or adjust the salt level to suit your preference.

Instructions

1.	Rinse the fava beans and broad beans several times with cold water until the water runs clear. Remove any discolored beans or small rocks.
2.	In a saucepan, bring water to a boil and add the beans. Cook for 10 minutes and drain.
3.	In a separate pot, sauté the chopped onions in the oil until they are golden brown.
4.	Add the cooked fava beans, broad beans, rice, and salt. Mix well until all ingredients are thoroughly combined.
5.	In a separate saucepan, boil 3.5 cups of water until it is fully evaporated. Spread the cooked beans and rice mixture over the bottom of the saucepan, then sprinkle the chopped dill on top. Repeat until all ingredients are used up. Pour the water into the saucepan, cover the pot and simmer on low heat for 30 minutes or until the rice and beans are fully cooked.
6.	After 30 minutes, remove the pot from the heat and let it cool for 5 minutes. Stir the rice and beans, then pour the yogurt or date syrup over the top. Serve hot.

PROS

This recipe is a hearty and filling meal, perfect for a cold winter evening.

Fresh fava beans and broad beans provide protein and fiber, while the rice gives a boost of carbohydrates.
This recipe is also vegetarian.

This recipe serves as an excellent way to use up leftover fava and broad beans, and it is a great make-ahead meal.

CONS

This recipe can be time-consuming – the beans need to be boiled for 10 minutes before cooking.

The recipe also calls for the use of oil, and the addition of yogurt or date syrup can make it high in calories.

If the beans are not cleaned well, they can have a bitter taste.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Fresh fava beans and broad beans are good sources of protein and fiber.
These beans are low in fat and calories and can help improve digestive health.
Dill is rich in Vitamin C and can support strong bones, healthy immune system, and good skin health.
Rice provides carbohydrates, which are essential for energy production and muscle function.

	1 1/2 lbs fava beans , before cleaning
	1 cup rice
	1 - 1 1/2 tablespoon chopped fresh dill
	1 medium onion , chopped
	2 -3 tablespoons oil
	salt , to taste
	yogurt or date syrup