FUL MEDAMES - EGYPTIAN FAVA BEANS

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From Saad Fayed, Ful medames is a popular breakfast dish in Egypt. It is served usually with a fried egg and pita bread. The pita bread is sometimes used as a scoop for the fava beans. Ful medames dates back to ancient Egypt. Overnight soaking of beans not included in times.

Provided by Nana Lee

Categories     Breakfast

Time 1h

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 1/2 lbs dried fava beans or 1 1/2 lbs broad beans
2 crushed garlic cloves
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1/4 cup olive oil
1/2 teaspoon cumin

Steps:

  • Soak beans overnight in water.
  • Drain, and cover with fresh water in large saucepan.
  • Bring to a boil and simmer on low for 45 minutes to 1 hour, or until beans are tender.
  • Drain and place in medium bowl.
  • Add remaining ingredients.
  • Beans and remaining ingredients can be mashed together, or the beans can be left whole and gently mixed with remaining ingredients.
  • It is more commonly served mashed together.
  • Serve hot with a fried egg and pita bread.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 704, Fat 16.2, SaturatedFat 2.3, Sodium 23.1, Carbohydrate 100.1, Fiber 42.6, Sugar 9.8, Protein 44.6

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