Turkish Fava Bean Puree Makes a Delicious Appetizer
A unique Turkish appetizer, fava bean puree is prepared as firm, flavorful cubes.
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Instructions
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Start boiling water in a covered saucepan; add fava beans, then simmer until very soft, about 20 minutes.
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Once beans are soft, add salt, pepper, sugar, and olive oil; stir to combine.
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Strain the bean mixture through a fine-wire strainer into a bowl, pressing with a spoon until smooth.
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If the paste is too thick, stir in an additional tablespoon of olive oil.
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Spoon the warm paste into a shallow dish, smooth the top, and let cool and set.
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Once cooled, cover and refrigerate for several hours.
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Once firm, cut the fava into squares or diamonds, wetting the knife as needed to prevent sticking.
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Arrange fava blocks on a serving plate; drizzle with olive oil and sprinkle with fresh dill.