Foul Medames (Peanut-Free)

Ingredients

• about 450 g Fava Beans
• 2 medium Tomato
• 3 cloves Garlic
• 2 tbsp Lemon Juice
• 2 tbsp Olive Oil
• 1 tsp Cumin Powder
• 1/4 tsp Chili Flakes
• 2 tbsp Fresh Parsley

Original measure retained: its cup/spoon or fluid-volume standard is unspecified.

Instructions

1. 1Soak the fava beans in water overnight.
2. 2Drain the fava beans and place them in a pot. Cover with fresh water and bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer for 1-2 hours, or until the beans are tender.
3. 3In a separate pan, heat olive oil over medium heat. Sauté garlic until fragrant.
4. 4Add diced tomatoes, cumin powder, and chili flakes (if using). Cook for 5 minutes.
5. 5Add the cooked fava beans to the tomato mixture. Stir in lemon juice and salt to taste.
6. 6Garnish with fresh parsley and serve warm.

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