Ful Medames

Ingredients

• 2 cups fava beans - dried, soaked overnight
• 1 cup water - for cooking
• 3 tablespoons olive oil - extra virgin, for drizzling
• 2 cloves garlic - minced
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 lemon juice - freshly squeezed
• 1 teaspoon salt - to taste
• 1 teaspoon pepper - to taste
• 1 cup fresh parsley - chopped, for garnish
• 4 eggs hard-boiled - optional, for serving
• 4 pitas for serving - freshly baked or warmed

Step-by-step instructions

1. Rinse the soaked fava beans and place them in a pot with water. Bring to a boil, then reduce to a simmer for about 45 minutes or until the beans are tender.
2. Once cooked, drain some of the excess water if necessary, and mash the fava beans slightly. Stir in olive oil, minced garlic, ground cumin, lemon juice, salt, and pepper. Mix well to combine.
3. Serve hot, garnished with chopped parsley and drizzled with more olive oil. Optionally, add sliced hard-boiled eggs on top and serve with warm pita bread.

Serving suggestion

Serve Ful Medames warm, accompanied by fresh pita bread, sliced tomatoes, and a side of pickled vegetables for a complete breakfast experience.

Nutrition per serving (estimated)

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