Pulses, Rice & Grains
Split Broad Beans (Fava Beans)
- Halal
- Vegan
- Vegetarian
- Dairy Free
Sara Split Broad Beans are dried, skinless split broad beans (split fava beans) – the quick-cooking bean behind foul mudammas, falafel and bessara. Packed by Sara in a resealable stand-up pouch (500g and 1kg) or bulk bag (5kg and 25kg).
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About this product
Sara Split Broad Beans are dried, skinless split broad beans (split fava beans) – the quick-cooking bean behind foul mudammas, falafel and bessara. Packed by Sara in a resealable stand-up pouch (500g and 1kg) or bulk bag (5kg and 25kg).
Egyptian foul mudammas and ta’ameya (fava falafel), Moroccan bessara dip, fava bean soup, Iraqi bagilla, bean stews and purées.
Choose your pack size
| Option | Packaging | Best for |
|---|---|---|
| 500g | Stand-up pouch | Trying it out, small households |
| 1kg | Stand-up pouch | Everyday family cooking |
| 5kg | Bulk bag | Batch cooking, meal prep, large families |
| 25kg | Bulk sack | Restaurants, caterers, shops and bulk buyers |
How to cook
- Soaking – Soak 4–8 hours (or overnight), then drain
- Cooking – Simmer 30–45 minutes until soft
- Quantity – Keep beans covered by 5cm of water
- Tip – For falafel, soak overnight and blend raw – do not cook first. For foul, simmer until they collapse.
Good to know
Do I need to soak them?
Soak 4–8 hours (or overnight), then drain.
What allergens does it contain?
Contains none of the 14 major allergens. May contain traces of other pulses and cereals containing gluten – check the pack label.
Which size should I choose?
500g and 1kg pouches for everyday use; 5kg for batch cooking; 25kg sacks for restaurants, caterers and bulk buyers – the bigger the bag, the lower the price per kilo.
How is it delivered?
Tracked UK delivery – free on orders over £45 on every size, dispatched from our London warehouse. 25kg sacks are sent by Parcelforce 48.
- Skinless and split – no peeling, faster cooking
- Naturally high in fibre and protein (as stated on pack)
- Single ingredient – nothing added
- Suitable for vegetarians and vegans
- Bulk 5kg and 25kg bags for restaurants
Ingredients & allergens
- Ingredients
- 100% Split Broad Beans Sara packs a range of pulses and grains, so traces of cereals containing gluten and other pulses cannot be ruled out – please check the pack label if you have a severe allergy.
- Contains
- None of the 14 major allergens
- May contain
- See pack label
Ingredients and allergens may change. Always read the label before use.
Nutrition
| Typical values | Per 100g |
|---|---|
| Energy | 1427 kJ / 341 kcal |
| Fat | 1.5g |
| of which saturates | 0.25g |
| Carbohydrate | 58g |
| of which sugars | 5.7g |
| Fibre | 25g |
| Protein | 26g |
| Salt | 0.03g |
Product details
- Brand
- Sara
- Also known as
- Fava beans, foul (ful) beans, skinless broad beans, bakla
- Product
- Split Broad Beans (split fava beans / foul / ful)
- Form
- Split, dried
- Pack sizes
- 500g · 1kg · 5kg · 25kg
- Packaging
- Resealable stand-up pouch (500g, 1kg); bulk bag (5kg, 25kg)
- On the pack
- Natural · High in Fibre & Protein
- Storage
- Store in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight. Reseal or decant after opening.
- Best before
- Printed on each pack
- Delivery
- Tracked UK delivery – free on orders over £45 – tracked. 500g and 1kg as a small parcel, 5kg as a medium parcel, 25kg by Parcelforce 48.
Delivery & returns
Tracked UK delivery: Standard £3.99 (usually 3–5 working days), free on orders of £45 or more; Express £6.99 (usually 1–2 working days). Every order is carefully packed and sealed for the journey, then dispatched promptly. If anything isn't right, contact us and we'll put it right. Unopened, undamaged items can be returned within 30 days of delivery.
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