Beans with iberian ham
Recipe

GRANADA COOKING EXPERIENCE

Style

Granada-style beans with iberian ham

Broad beans with ham is a traditional Spanish dish, simple yet full of flavor. It’s a recipe closely tied to home cooking, where just a few well-combined ingredients create a delicious result. Perfect as a tapa or a light main dish, it stands out for the contrast between the tenderness of the beans and the rich flavor of the ham.

Ingredients

for approximately 4 people

Vegetables

500 g fresh broad beans (shelled)

1 small onion

2 garlic cloves

Protein

150 g diced iberian ham

fats

3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil

seasonings

Salt (to taste, use sparingly)

Pepper (optional)

others

A splash of water or stock (optional)

Fried egg as a side dish per serving

step by step

Before starting, it’s best to have all the ingredients prepared and ready to use.

You might wonder when to add the ham or how long to cook the beans, but don’t worry—each step is designed to preserve the balance of flavors and textures. The key is not to overcook and to respect the timing.

step 01: prepare the ingredients

Peel and finely chop the onion and garlic. If needed, remove the beans from their pods.

step 02: Saute the base

Heat the olive oil in a large pan and cook the onion over medium heat until soft and translucent. Add the garlic and cook for another minute.

step 03: Add the hame

Add the serrano ham and sauté briefly for 1–2 minutes to release its flavor.

step 04: Cook the beans

Add the broad beans to the pan and mix well with the other ingredients.

step 05: Gentle cooking

Pour in a small splash of water or stock, cover, and cook over medium-low heat for about 10–15 minutes until the beans are tender.

step 06: Adjust and serve

Taste and adjust salt if needed (the ham is already salty). Add pepper if desired and serve hot.