Riz W’ Foul (Rice with Green Fava Beans)

A Classic Lebanese vegetarian dish made of Green Fava Beans & Rice. It is mostly popular through out the Levant countries

Great

% Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet

Step 1

In a pot, boil an amount water over medium heat with half a teaspoon of salt.

Step 2

Add the beans, Boil for 5 minutes, then drain well. Put it under the tap of cold water, then peel it off and set aside. (If you can’t find fresh ones, frozen works just fine).

Step 3

Heat the ghee or olive oil in a saucepan over medium heat, sauté the onion until wilted, add the Fava beans, garlic, cumin, pepper and thyme, 1/2 tsp of salt, a bit more olive oil and stir fry for one minute.

Step 4

Add the rice to the same pan, stir the ingredients for 30 seconds, add the 4 cups of stock or water, 1/2 tsp of salt, stir it a little and let the rice cook on a low heat unit it absorbs all the water (about 15 to 20 minutes) check the seasoning, adjust it if required.

Step 5

Let the rice rest, covered, for 10 minutes; fluff it with a fork and serve it in a large plate, sprinkle a pinch of dried thyme, garnish with toasted nuts on top, and yogurt aside or green salad.