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Bagila

A stew of fava beans and spinach simmered with garlic and olive oil, a simple and nourishing dish of Emirati cuisine. It is enjoyed with flatbread and fresh vegetables.

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Ingredients

Ingredients

Spices & seasoning

Optional extras

On the side

Instructions

  1. Sauté the sliced onions in the olive oil until golden.
  2. Add the crushed garlic and cumin, then stir for 1 minute.
  3. Stir in the diced tomatoes and tomato paste, and let reduce for 5 minutes.
  4. Add the drained fava beans and the vegetable broth.
  5. Simmer for 25 minutes over low heat.
  6. Add the washed spinach and let it wilt for 3 to 4 minutes.
  7. Lightly mash a few fava beans to thicken the sauce, then adjust the seasoning.
  8. Serve hot with flatbread.

Variations and tips

Spicier. Add sliced green chili with the onions for a sharper flavor.

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