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Fabada Asturiana, and where to source it

Fabada Asturiana — Worth The Hunt WORTH THE HUNT Fabada Asturiana Spanish 5best2buy.com

Scare the beans by adding a splash of cold water twice during the simmer, which stops the skins from bursting and keeps them whole and creamy.

By Vince Gonzalez · Published July 2026 · Sourcing verified 5 Jul 2026

Prep20 min
Cook2 hr 30 min
MakesServes 6
CuisineSpanish
Cost$$$
Gluten-freeDairy-free
The Ingredients — and where to get them
Cook for 6 servings
Fabes de la Granja beans
1 lb
1 lb
Local / market
Spanish chorizo
2 links
2 links
Local / market
Morcilla blood sausage
1 link
1 link
Cured pork shoulder
1/2 lb
1/2 lb
Pancetta
4 oz
4 oz
Local / market
Saffron
1 pinch
1 pinch
Sweet paprika
1 tsp
1 tsp
Local / market
Onion
1
1
The Rundown
Greedometer ●●●●● Barely a splurge
A light hand — your arteries say thanks. · plan ahead — needs marinating, soaking, or resting time
EffortA project
Cook it with
Instant PotSlow cookerOne-pot
The Method
  1. Soak the fabes overnight, then drain into a pot with all the meats.10 min
  2. Cover with cold water, bring to a boil, and skim the foam.15 min
  3. Lower to a bare simmer, add saffron and paprika, and cook gently.2 hr
  4. Twice during cooking, add a splash of cold water to scare the beans.2 min
  5. Slice the sausages and pork, return to the pot, and rest before serving.15 min
The Toolkit

Heavy pot · Skimmer · Ladle

Straight Answers
Can you make Fabada Asturiana in an air fryer? — Yes, with an insert

Not on its own — an air fryer can’t hold a pool of liquid. You can simmer it in an oven-safe dish or a silicone insert made to fit the basket, but the broth won’t reduce or brown the way it does on the stove, and that insert comes out scorching, so use oven mitts. For real depth, a pot on the stove wins.

Can you freeze Fabada Asturiana? — Yes

Yes — it freezes well. Cool it fully, portion into airtight containers, and it keeps a few months; thaw in the fridge and reheat gently.

Can you make Fabada Asturiana ahead of time? — Yes

Yes — it holds well and often tastes better the next day. Make it ahead and reheat gently before serving.

Is Fabada Asturiana gluten-free? — Yes

Yes — nothing in this recipe as written contains gluten. As always, glance at the labels on any packaged items (broth, sauces, chocolate), since brands vary.

Is Fabada Asturiana vegan? — No

No — it contains meat, so it isn’t vegetarian or vegan.

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