Fava Beans With Serrano Ham And Fried Egg
In this savory recipe, tender fava beans are cooked with aromatic garlic, onion, and serrano ham in a flavorful mixture of sherry and stock. Topped with a perfectly fried egg and garnished with fresh chives, this dish is a delicious blend of textures and flavors that will leave you wanting more. Serve this warm and comforting dish for a delightful meal that's sure to impress your guests.
— Constant Cookbook
Ingredients
- 4 Tbs. extra-virgin olive oil
- 1 yellow onion or 3 shallots, finely chopped
- 2 garlic cloves, chopped
- 3 oz. sliced serrano ham or prosciutto, cut
- into thin strips
- 1 to 1 1⁄2 lb. young fava beans, shelled
- and skinned
- 1⁄2 cup dry sherry
- 1⁄2 cup chicken or vegetable stock or
- low-sodium canned broth
- 1 Tbs. chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley
- Salt and freshly ground pepper, to taste
- 1 egg
- 1 Tbs. chopped fresh chives
Instructions
- In a large fry pan over medium heat, warm 2 Tbs. of the olive oil. Add the onion, garlic and ham and cook until the onion is softened, about 5 minutes. Add the peeled fava beans and stir for a moment, taking care not to break them up, then add the sherry, stock and parsley. Increase the heat to high and cook until the liquid reduces a bit and the flavors are blended, about 1 minute. Add 1 Tbs. of the oil, season with salt and pepper, and transfer to a serving bowl. Keep warm.
- In the same pan, warm the remaining 1 Tbs. oil. Crack the egg into the pan and fry until the yolk is still runny but the white is firm, about 2 minutes. A little bit of crispy edge to the white is fine and adds good texture.
- To serve, cut the egg into bite-size pieces and toss with the warm fava mixture. The runny yolk will meld into the sauce. Sprinkle with the chives and serve immediately. Serves 4.
- <b>Note:</b> Similar to Italian prosciutto, serrano ham is Spanish in origin. Both are made by salting a leg of pork and hanging it to air-cure. Traditionally cut thicker than prosciutto, serrano has a similar but more earthy flavor. It can be found in delicatessens and specialty-food stores.
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