Ful medames

Ful Medames

Ful Medames is a traditional Egyptian dish made from fava beans, seasoned with olive oil, lemon juice, and a variety of spices. This hearty and flavorful dish is often enjoyed as a breakfast staple, but it can be served at any time of the day. Its rich, earthy flavors and creamy texture make it a comforting and satisfying meal.

Serving Size and Yield

This recipe serves approximately 4 people.

Preparation and Cooking Time

Preparation Time: 10 minutes

Cooking Time: 30 minutes

Total Time: 40 minutes

Ingredients

• 2 cups canned fava beans, drained and rinsed
• 1/4 cup olive oil
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1/2 teaspoon paprika
• Juice of 1 lemon
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
• 1/4 cup diced tomatoes
• Optional: chopped onions, hard-boiled eggs, or chili peppers for garnish

Instructions

1. Prepare the fava beans by draining and rinsing them under cold water.
2. Heat the olive oil in a medium saucepan over medium heat.
3. Add the minced garlic to the pan and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.
4. Add the fava beans to the pan, stirring to coat them in the garlic and oil.
5. Stir in the ground cumin, paprika, salt, and pepper. Cook for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
6. Pour in the lemon juice and continue to cook for another 5 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld.
7. Remove from heat and mash the beans slightly with a fork or potato masher, leaving some whole for texture.
8. Garnish with chopped parsley, diced tomatoes, and any optional toppings like onions, hard-boiled eggs, or chili peppers.
9. Serve warm with pita bread or as a side dish.

Additional Notes

For a spicier version, add a pinch of cayenne pepper or chopped chili peppers. You can also substitute canned fava beans with dried ones; just soak them overnight and cook until tender before using in the recipe.

Nutritional Information

Per serving: Approximately 250 calories, 12g fat, 30g carbohydrates, 10g protein, 8g fiber.

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