Savory Fava Beans with Pickled Mustard Greens Stir-Fry

1. Blanch Fresh Fava Beans

If you are using fresh fava beans, start by blanching them. Bring a pot of well-salted water to a boil, then add the fresh fava beans. Blanch them for 3-4 minutes until they turn a vibrant green and are tender. Drain the beans and rinse them under cold water to stop the cooking process. If necessary, peel off the tough outer skin of the beans.

2. Prepare Frozen Fava Beans

For frozen fava beans, simply thaw them until they are pliable and ready for cooking.

3. Heat the Wok

Heat your wok or skillet over high heat until a bead of water evaporates in 1-2 seconds. Add the vegetable oil and swirl it around to coat the sides of the wok.

4. Stir-fry Scallion and Mustard Greens

Add the finely chopped scallion to the wok and stir-fry for about 30 seconds, until the scallion releases its fragrance and starts to color. Next, add the pickled mustard greens and continue stir-frying for another minute.

5. Add Fava Beans

Add the fava beans to the wok along with a pinch of kosher salt. Stir-fry everything together for about 2 minutes until the beans are tender and bright green.

6. Finish and Serve

Remove the wok from heat and stir in the ground white pepper and toasted sesame oil. Serve your savory fava beans stir-fry hot and enjoy!