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Mahluta Çorbası
Easy 45 min~188 kcal 6/10
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Bissara
A Moroccan fava soup, almost a puree, finished with cumin and olive oil, earthy, thick, and especially good with bread for dipping.
Easy⏱️ 45 min📖 1 min readServes 4~215 kcal🌍 North African🌍 Full translation
10 min prep 35 min cook
- Vegan
- #Budget-Friendly
- Vegetarian
- #Winter
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Timeline
Total 45 min- Prep10 min
- Cooking35 min
Ingredients
4 servings
Quick:
- 2 cup(~400 ml) Dried split fava beans
- 2 clove Garlic
- 1 dessert spoon(~10 ml) Cumin
- 2 tbsp(~30 ml) Olive oil
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Instructions
- 1
Rinse the dried split fava beans and put them in a pot with the garlic.
- 2
Add 4 cups water and boil for 30 minutes, until the fava beans fall apart.
30 min30:00 - 3
Add the cumin and blend until smooth.
- 4
Heat the soup for 3 minutes while stirring so the thick puree does not stick to the bottom.
3 min03:00 - 5
Ladle into bowls and drizzle with olive oil.
💡 Tip: Soften the split fava beans completely; a smooth texture is what defines bissara.
🍽️ Serving suggestion: Drizzle with olive oil, sprinkle with cumin, and serve with bread.
Nutrition (per serving)
⚠️ Estimated, 75% match~215
kcal calories
12
g protein
26
g carbs
7
g fat
Protein 22%Carbs 48%Fat 30%
GI 12 · Low GIGL 3 · Low GLEstimated, 75% match
0.1g
Sugar
0.3g
Fiber
4.6mg
Sodium
1g
Saturated fat
⚠️ Nutrition data match is limited for this recipe (75%); values are estimates.
Approximate values, derived from ingredient amounts using USDA FoodData Central and TÜBİTAK Turkish Food Composition Database. Actual values can vary by roughly ±20% depending on cooking method, brand, and portion size. For diet or medical conditions, consult a dietitian or doctor.
Estimated satiety (per serving)
5/10Moderate satiety, fine between meals
This recipe may contain allergens
- Gluten
Author-declared: Recipe author declared Gluten but our matcher did not find it in the ingredient list. May come from brand or variety.
Allergens are derived automatically from the ingredient list, covering the main groups of the EU-14 food allergen standard (gluten, milk, eggs, peanuts, tree nuts, soy, seafood, sesame, celery, mustard). Cross-contamination (shared kitchen equipment, shared surfaces) isn't tracked, if you have a serious allergy, review the full ingredient list yourself and ask about preparation.
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FAQ
How many servings does Bissara make?
This recipe serves 4.How long does Bissara take?
Prep 10 minutes, cooking 35 minutes; 45 minutes in total.Is Bissara difficult?
This recipe is rated easy.How many calories does Bissara have?
Approximately 215 kcal per serving. Protein: 12g, carbs: 26g, fat: 7g.Which allergens does Bissara contain?
This recipe contains Gluten. Check it against your dietary needs.Which cuisine does Bissara belong to?
This recipe belongs to North African cuisine.How many ingredients does Bissara need?
This recipe needs 4 ingredients.Is Bissara filling?
Satiety bar per serving is 5/10; moderately filling, suitable between meals. The score is based on protein, fiber and the satiety index.
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