Moroccan Bissara Recipe | Fava Bean and Split Peas Soup
Idriss
Made with Fava Beans and Split Peas, this Moroccan classic is the classic winter dish you've never heard of.
Prep Time 5 minutes mins
Cook Time 35 minutes mins
Course Side Dish, Soup
Cuisine Moroccan
Servings 8
Calories 197 kcal
- 1 cup dry fava beans
- 1 cup dry split peas
- 1 tsp cumin
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1 tsp turmeric powder
- 3 tbsp olive oil
- 3 cloves of garlic
- Salt to taste
Add your dry fava beans and split peas to a large pot. Add 4 to 6 cups of water or just add enough to completely submerge your beans/peas. Place your pot on your stove at medium-high heat and add cumin, paprika, turmeric powder, salt and olive oil. Using the palm of your hand, crush your garlic cloves, peel and add them to the pot.
Bring your pot to a boil, cover and lower the heat to medium-low. Let cook for 30-35 minutes. Once your beans are broken down turn the heat off and let your pot cool down for about 10 minutes. Using an immersion blender, blend the soup until you get a smooth texture.
To garnish, add a drizzle of olive oil, some cumin and some hot cayenne powder if you're feeling bold. Serve with a slice of bread and enjoy!
Calories: 197kcal