Habas con Serrano Ham is a traditional Spanish dish that features tender, buttery fava beans (habas) and salty, savory Serrano ham. This simple yet delicious dish is a popular tapa in Spain, often served as a light snack or appetizer. The dish is typically made by sautéing fava beans with garlic, onions, and diced Serrano ham until the beans are tender and the ham is crispy. The flavors of the nutty fava beans and the salty ham combine beautifully, creating a unique and satisfying dish that is beloved by foodies all around the world. Habas con Serrano Ham is a perfect dish to serve at any occasion, whether it’s a casual get-together with friends or a special dinner party.
Blanch the broad beans in boiling salted water for 15 minutes, or until tender. Drain and rinse with cold water.
Heat the olive oil in a pan over medium heat stir in the serrano jam and cook for 2-3 minutes.
Then add the green onions, chives, garlic, salt, pepper, paprika, olive oil and mix.
Add the broad beans to the pan and stir to coat them in the serrano ham mixture. Cook for about 5 minutes until am has melted and the beans are coated in a glaze.
Serve the broad beans hot, garnished with a poached egg and paprika for taste. Enjoy!
Keyword cook and salsa, Habas con jamon, La Fe food, Spanish dish
