Ingredients with Measurements:
- 2 cans of fava beans, drained and rinsed
- 1/4 cup of olive oil
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1/4 cup of lemon juice
- 1/4 cup of tahini
- 1/2 teaspoon of cumin
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 cups of cherry tomatoes
- 1/2 cup of crumbled feta cheese
Special equipment needed:
- Baking sheet
- Food processor
Step-by-step instructions:
1. Preheat the oven to 400°F.
2. Spread the cherry tomatoes on a baking sheet and drizzle with olive oil. Season with salt and pepper and roast for 20-25 minutes, or until they are tender and slightly caramelized.
3. In a food processor, combine the fava beans, olive oil, garlic, lemon juice, tahini, cumin, salt, and pepper. Process until smooth and creamy.
4. Transfer the bigilla to a serving bowl and top with the roasted tomatoes and crumbled feta cheese.
5. Serve with pita bread or crackers.
Time:
Preparation time: 10 minutes
Cooking time: 25 minutes
5. Temperature:
Roast the tomatoes at 400°F.
Serving size:
This recipe serves 4-6 people.
Nutritional information:
Calories: 260
Fat: 17g
Carbohydrates: 20g
Protein: 8g
Fiber: 7g
Sugar: 3g
Sodium: 330mg
Substitutions for ingredients:
- You can use canned chickpeas instead of fava beans.
- You can use goat cheese instead of feta cheese.
Variations:
- Add roasted red peppers or sun-dried tomatoes for extra flavor.
- Top with chopped fresh herbs, such as parsley or cilantro.
- Use this bigilla as a dip for vegetables or as a spread on sandwiches.
Tips and tricks:
- Make sure to drain and rinse the fava beans well before using them.
- Taste the bigilla and adjust the seasoning as needed.
- You can make the bigilla ahead of time and store it in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Storage instructions:
Store the bigilla in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Reheating instructions:
You can serve the bigilla cold or at room temperature.
Presentation ideas:
Serve the bigilla in a decorative bowl and garnish with fresh herbs.
Garnishes:
Fresh herbs, such as parsley or cilantro.
Pairings:
Serve this bigilla with pita bread or crackers.
Suggested side dishes:
- Grilled vegetables, such as zucchini or eggplant.
- Greek salad.
- Hummus.
Troubleshooting advice:
- If the bigilla is too thick, add more olive oil or lemon juice to thin it out.
- If the bigilla is too thin, add more fava beans or tahini to thicken it up.
Food safety advice:
Make sure to store the bigilla in the refrigerator and discard any leftovers after 3 days.
Food history:
Bigilla is a traditional Maltese dish made from fava beans.
Flavor profiles:
This bigilla is creamy and tangy, with a hint of smokiness from the roasted tomatoes.
Serving suggestions:
Serve this bigilla as an appetizer or snack.
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