British Fava Beans (Faba)

What Is British Fava Beans (Faba)?

Fava Beans have a special nutty flavour and smooth, buttery texture. One of the earliest cultivated crops (over 8,000 years ago!), fava beans were a major part of Ancient Greek and Roman diets along with lentils, garbanzo beans, and peas.

Why Should I Get British Fava Beans (Faba) ?

Well served simply with just olive oil, salt, and lemon, fava beans as well called broad beans add sumptuousness to dishes as varied as dips, salads, risottos, and pasta.

Fava beans should be peeled before eating. The outer peel of the beans is edible, but it's better peeled, as it has a woody texture that detracts from the rich creaminess of the inner bean.

They remain very famous throughout the Mediterranean and are also a popular ingredient in Latin American, Asian, and African cuisines.

FAQ

Do I need to peel fava beans? Fava beans should be peeled before eating. The outer peel is edible but has a woody texture that detracts from the rich creaminess of the inner bean.

What can I make with fava beans? They work well in dips, salads, risottos, and pasta, and are simply served with olive oil, salt, and lemon. They are popular across Mediterranean, Latin American, Asian, and African cuisines.

Are fava beans the same as broad beans? Yes, fava beans are also called broad beans. They have a nutty flavour and a smooth, buttery texture.

How should I store fava beans? Store them in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight, heat, and damp. They come in a re-sealable pouch for long lasting freshness.

What's In My British Fava Beans (Faba) ?

Ingredients: Fava Beans

Allergy Advice: For allergens including cereals containing gluten, see ingredients in bold.

May contain traces of nuts, peanuts, sesame seed, other cereals containing gluten & soya.

Suitable for Vegan & Vegetarian diets

Country of Origin: U.K.