Physical Appearance:
Size: Large, typically 1-2 inches in length.
Shape: Flat and oval.
Color: Green when fresh, turning brownish when dried.
Culinary Uses:
Fresh: Used in salads, soups, and side dishes.
Dried: Often used in stews, soups, and as a base for dips like Egyptian ful medames.
Canned or Frozen: Available for convenient use in a variety of recipes.
Traditional Dishes: Used in Mediterranean, Middle Eastern, and African cuisines.
Varieties
Broad Windsor: A popular variety known for its large, meaty seeds.
Aquadulce Claudia: Known for its long pods and cold tolerance.
Stereo: A smaller-seeded variety that is often used for freezing.
Fava beans are valued for their versatility, nutritional benefits, and culinary uses across different cuisines worldwide. They can be enjoyed in a variety of ways, from simple salads to complex traditional dishes.
Specification:
Purity: Minimum 99% pure.
Foreign Matter: Maximum 0.5% by weight.
Damaged, Shriveled, and Split Beans: Maximum 2% by weight.
Discolored Beans: Maximum 1% by weight.
Insect Damage: Nil.
Moisture Content: Less than 14%.
