If you want to impress your in-laws or just feel like a kitchen ninja, try the two-step. Bring a pot of salted water to a boil, drop in the frozen favas, and cook for 2 minutes. Drain them and let them cool until you can handle them like a brave soul.
Now, here comes the fun part: peel off the outer skin. Squeeze each bean gently between your thumb and forefinger, and the bright green inner bean will pop right out. It’s weirdly satisfying, like popping bubble wrap, but edible.
Once peeled, you can sauté them in butter with fresh mint or toss them into a risotto. The texture becomes buttery and delicate—so worth the effort if you’re feeling fancy. But if you skip this step, I won’t tell anyone.
