Disambiguation
If a recipe calls simply for 'fava beans', as always, assume it means the fresh variety, not dried.
Description
Fava beans are mild tasting legumes that grow in green pods and are harvested in spring. They have a light, buttery flavor and a tender texture similar to chickpeas when cooked. Fava beans have a thick skin that is sometimes removed to improve the texture, but is not necessary on younger, tender beans.