broadbeans (fava beans) substitutes

3 substitutes · avg score 10.0 · Large, flat green or beige legume with a meaty texture and earthy flavor. Used fresh, dried, or pureed into dips and stews across Mediterranean and Middle Eastern cuisine.

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quick swaps (averaged across uses)

01

Kidney Beans

10.0
1 cup : 1 cup

Larger and firmer; hold shape in chili and stews, slightly more starchy with less buttery texture

02

Pinto Beans

10.0
1 cup : 1 cup

Creamier when cooked; works in burritos and refried dishes, milder flavor than fava beans

03

Black Beans

10.0
1 cup : 1 cup

Starchier with creamy interior; works mashed in dips or whole in stews, different earthy flavor

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