Heat a medium skillet over medium-low heat with a swirl of oil.
Once hot, add the beans and cook until softened (5-8 minutes, depending on size).
Add garlic, cilantro (or dill), and thinly sliced chili, and cook for 2-3 minutes more, then season with salt and pepper. Serve warm with lemon slices/lemon juice.
Notes
For really simple sautéed broad beans, you could use butter, salt & pepper, and some fresh herbs to garnish (mint, dill, parsley, etc.) and sauté until tender for a delicious side dish.
Storage InstructionsOnce blanched or cooked, the beans will store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. Blanched beans will also freeze for up to 6 months. You can use them frozen or thaw them at room temperature for 15-20 minutes first (or several hours in the fridge).Check the blog post for how to prepare and shell fava beans as well as other cooking methods!