Friday, January 12, 2018

The Benefits Of Using Fava Flour In The Kitchen

By Mary Richardson


People are often looking for ways to improve or enhance their recipes by using alternatives to traditional bases and foods. Thanks to technology the types of foods eaten has changed by providing more awareness of their health benefits and composition of the different foods. Physical activity has slowed for most during the last century and this has forced a change in how we approach our diets. By mixing or substituting fava flour in various recipes people are able to realize its benefits.

The fava bean looks similar to the lima bean but is quite different. The flour is made from blanching the bean to remove the tough outer shell and grinding the dried bean. Originally, these beans were used by the ancient Egyptians over 5,000 years ago. They continue to be used all over the world.

One of the benefits is the source of protein. When protein sources are in rare supply, these are a top alternative. The beans are also rich in iron and fiber for the diet. Vegetarians, vegans, and anyone who is unable to process meat will find these will be a great addition to their cooking and baking habits.

Through medical knowledge many people find themselves unable to easily process gluten rich products. Many flours and bases for cooking are rich in gluten. Most people are able to handle gluten just fine. Many people have had chronic symptoms that were previously diagnosed as simple stomach issues. They now know they are unable to use or process gluten. Bean flours are often gluten free and can be used as a substitute for the gluten rich versions.

Bean based flours are easily mixed into or able to replace regular flours. These are considered a great contributor to a healthy diet. The bean flour typically can replace the white or wheat gluten rich versions of flours to provide a completely gluten-free experience. When enhancing white or wheat flours, recipes often call for a quarter cup.

Baked products like breads are not the only valid recipe for this alternative. The bean version can be used to replace traditional flours completely in most cases. It can be used as a beginner for gravies, dips, or to thicken soup. Cookies, cakes, breads, pizza, and even pancakes are great examples of uses.

Like most foods, proper storage should be planned. Only some groceries include the product on the shelves regularly. Where this is not the case, a person might need to place a larger order. Regardless, storage needs should be considered ahead of time. Bean flours can be stored in the freezer for a long time to prevent spoiling.

Throughout time habits have been formed and broken. In the last couple of decades there has been an increase in obesity and as a result an increase in health concerns. Technology and increased medical knowledge has provided people with more information to make better choices. Due to more sedentary lifestyles and an increase in knowledge about the benefits of a wide variety of foods, society has become more aware of the benefits of bean based food items.




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