Foul Medames (Stewed Fava Beans)
A classic Middle Eastern and Saudi breakfast dish featuring slow-cooked fava beans with tomatoes, garlic, and lemon juice. Served with pita bread for dipping (ensure bread is nut-free).
Ingredients
- 1 cup Dried Fava Beans
- 1/2 medium Onion
- 3 cloves Garlic
- 1 medium Tomato
- 2 tablespoons Lemon Juice
- 2 tablespoons Olive Oil
- 1 teaspoon Cumin
- 1/2 teaspoon Salt
- 1/4 teaspoon Black Pepper
- 2 tablespoons Fresh Parsley (optional)
Original measure retained: its cup/spoon or fluid-volume standard is unspecified.
Instructions
- 1Soak the dried fava beans in water overnight.
- 2Drain the soaked fava beans and place them in a pot with fresh water. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 1-2 hours, or until the beans are very tender.
- 3In a separate skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and garlic and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
- 4Add the diced tomato, cumin, salt, and pepper to the skillet. Cook for 5 minutes.
- 5Add the cooked fava beans and lemon juice to the skillet. Simmer for 10 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld.
- 6Garnish with fresh parsley (optional) and serve hot with pita bread (ensure bread is nut-free).
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