Persian Rice With Fava Beans and Dill (Baqala Polow) Recipe | Epicurious

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Photo of Fava Bean and Dill Polow and PersianShallot Yogurt Sauce.

Photo by Joseph De Leo, Food Styling by Erika Joyce

Frozen fava beans make easy work of this fragrant rice dish, and you could also replace them with shelled lima beans or edamame instead. But if you have access to fresh favas, it makes for a delicious springtime stunner.

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