Fava Bean

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Favism is real and non-negotiable — anyone with G6PD deficiency must avoid fava bean (and pollen) for life. Acute haemolysis can be severe.

For the majority who tolerate it, fava is one of the most nutrient-dense spring legumes — plant protein, folate, fibre, iron, and L-dopa in a single cup.

Persian tradition balances the cool-and-moist bāqalā with warming aromatics — dill, golpar, saffron — the classical mizaj correction.

Cook thoroughly and shell twice for the smoothest digestion. Raw fava isn't a food.