Stewed Baby Artichokes with Fava Beans
Frozen lima beans may be substituted for fava beans; start with the second step.
Frozen lima beans may be substituted for fava beans; start with the second step.
Recipe information
Yield
serves 6
Ingredients
Preparation
Step 1
Fill a large bowl with ice and water; set aside. Bring a medium pot of water to a boil. Add the fava beans; blanch 30 seconds. Remove from water; place in the ice bath until cool. Peel the outer skin from the beans; set aside.
Step 2
Place 4 cups water in a large bowl; add the lemon juice; set aside. Remove the tough outer leaves from the artichokes; cut 1 inch from the tip of each artichoke. Trim and peel the stem of each; rub all over with the lemon half. Place in the lemon water.
Step 3
Heat the olive oil in a saucepan over medium heat. Add the shallot, garlic, salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes; cook, stirring frequently, until the shallot is lightly browned, about 2 minutes. Add the artichokes, 1 cup lemon water, thyme, and parsley; bring to a simmer. Reduce heat to medium low, and cover; simmer until the artichokes are tender, about 14 minutes.
Step 4
Add the fava beans. Cook until the beans are tender, about 3 minutes more. Serve hot or at room temperature.
FIT TO EAT RECIPE
Step 5
(Per serving)
Step 6
Calories: 197
Step 7
Fat: 3g
Step 8
Cholesterol: 0mg
Step 9
Carbohydrate: 39g
Step 10
Sodium: 544mg
Step 11
Protein: 15g
Step 12
Fiber: 9g
