What’re Broad beans?
The Broad beans are primarily an early spring vegetable from the legume family. Mature grains (hidden in pods) have a green-gray color when they are fresh and black when they pass. Broad beans are a plant rich in proteins, carbohydrates and plant proteins, fiber, zinc, phosphorus, and Vitamins B1 and B2.
WARNING: Broad beans can be a potent allergen. Consume in moderation: children, pregnant women, and nursing mothers. Do not consume Broad beans
Here’s Giovanna’s recipe for a perfectly steamed appetizer of broad beans, peas, and bacon:
Ingredients:
One small onion
350g Broad beans
200g Peas (fresh or frozen)
120g Bacon
Glass of Water
Salt to taste
EVO oil
Directions:
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Remove the broad beans from the pods and wash them under cold water. The Broad beans should be fresh; otherwise, their skin will remain rigid and get darker.
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Then cut the onions into small pieces and the bacon into cubes. At the bottom of a small cocker, spray oil, fry the onions, and then add the bacon cubes.
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Once golden, add the beans, peas, and salt, and cook for a few minutes like this.
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Then add the glass of water and the salt.
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Stew for about 30 minutes or until the grains soften. Add more water if necessary.
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And here, your appetizer or side dish of Broad beans, peas, and bacon is ready.
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