Kusksu With Fresh Broad Beans
Kusksu with Fresh Broad Beans is a traditional Maltese dish that is perfect for a light and flavorful meal. This soup-like dish is packed with fresh ingredients and is a staple in Maltese cuisine.
Ingredients
- 500g fresh broad beans, shelled
- 1 onion, finely chopped
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 liter vegetable broth
- 200g kusksu pasta (or substitute with small pasta)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and minced garlic, and sauté until the onion is soft and translucent.
- Add the shelled broad beans to the pot and cook for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Pour in the vegetable broth and bring the mixture to a boil. Once boiling, add the kusksu pasta and cook for 10-12 minutes, or until the pasta is al dente.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve the kusksu with fresh broad beans hot, garnished with fresh parsley if desired.
Cooking & Preparation
- Preparation time:
- 10 minutes
- Cooking time:
- 20 minutes
- Total time:
- 30 minutes
- Cooking method
- Stovetop
Nutritional facts per 1 serving
- Calories
- 250 per serving
- Carbohydrates
- 35g
- Protein
- 12g
- Fat
- 6g
Supplies
Large pot Wooden spoon Ladle
Tools
Knife Cutting board Potato masher (optional)
Serving suggestions
Serve the kusksu with fresh broad beans with a side of crusty bread and a fresh green salad for a complete meal.
Tips & tricks
For a creamier texture, you can use a potato masher to lightly mash some of the broad beans before serving.
Cost
$10