Faba Asturiana IGP from La Barreda is a traditional white bean of the “Granja Asturiana” variety, recognized for its large size, slightly flattened kidney shape, and uniform creamy-white color. The Faba Asturiana IGP certification guarantees that the beans are cultivated, processed, and packed exclusively in Asturias under strict quality and origin controls.

They are distinguished by a very thin skin and a smooth, creamy interior, without a floury texture, which makes them particularly suitable for slow cooking. When cooked, the beans retain their shape while developing a soft, buttery consistency and a strong ability to absorb surrounding flavors.

This characteristic makes them a fundamental ingredient in traditional dishes such as fabada, where the quality of the bean directly defines the final result. Production follows a seasonal cycle, with spring sowing and carefully managed harvesting, followed by drying, sorting, and grading according to size and quality.