Fava Beans
How to store

Fava Beans

Also known as: broad beans
Best Method recommended method with best effort-to-efficacy tradeoff 2-3 days

Refrigerated (in Pods)

  1. Store in perforated plastic bag or open container
  2. Refrigerate
  3. Do not shell until ready to use
  4. Keep away from ethylene producers
Freezing freezing method 6-8 months

Blanched and Frozen (Shelled)

  1. Shell beans and blanch briefly
  2. Cool in ice bath and drain
  3. Pack in freezer bags
  4. Best for cooked dishes

Revival Tips

Slightly dried pods can still be shelled; use beans in cooked dishes.

Fun Facts

  • Fava beans (broad beans) have a buttery, nutty flavor; young beans can be eaten skin and all, older ones need peeling.