Egyptian Ful Medames (Fava Bean Stew)
A classic Egyptian breakfast or lunch dish, Ful Medames is a flavorful stew of fava beans, seasoned with garlic, lemon, and spices. Hearty and satisfying, it's a great source of protein and fiber.
Ingredients
- 2 15-oz cans Canned Fava Beans
- 1/2 cup Water
- 2 cloves Garlic
- 3 tablespoons Lemon Juice
- 2 tablespoons Olive Oil
- 1 teaspoon Cumin
- 1/2 teaspoon Paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon Salt
- 1/4 teaspoon Black Pepper
- 2 tablespoons Chopped Parsley
- 2 tablespoons Chopped Onion
Original measure retained: its cup/spoon or fluid-volume standard is unspecified.
Instructions
- 1Drain and rinse the fava beans.
- 2In a pot, mash half of the fava beans with a fork or potato masher.
- 3Add the remaining whole fava beans and water to the pot.
- 4Heat olive oil in a small pan. Sauté minced garlic until fragrant, about 1 minute.
- 5Add the sautéed garlic, lemon juice, cumin, paprika, salt, and pepper to the fava bean mixture.
- 6Bring the mixture to a simmer and cook for 20-25 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the flavors meld.
- 7Serve hot, garnished with chopped parsley and chopped onion. Serve with gluten-free bread on the side.
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