How to Shell Fava Beans
By Molly Watson, About.com Guide
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When you buy fava beans, look for smooth, firm, bright green pods with freshly cut ends and as little browning as possible.
(Also see All About Fava Beans to learn more about buying, storing, and using favas.)
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- Start With Fresh, Clean Pods
- Snap Off End of Fava Pod
- String Fava Pod
- Remove Beans From Pod
- Blanch Fava Beans
- Ice Bath
- Shell Fava Beans Again
- Push Fava Beans Out of Shell
- Fully Shelled Fava Beans
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