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Ful Medames (Egyptian Fava Beans)

Name: Ful Medames (Egyptian Fava Beans)
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 20 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: african-egyptian
Ingredients: 400 g Fava beans (cooked); 30 ml Olive oil; 30 ml Lemon juice; 8 g Garlic; 5 g Cumin; 15 g Parsley; 1 tsp Salt

Egypt's national breakfast — slow-cooked fava beans with olive oil, lemon, and cumin.

Total Time

20 min

Prep

5 min

Cook

15 min

Servings

Cuisine

African Egyptian

300kcal

Calories

18g

Protein

38g

Carbs

10g

Fat

14g

Fiber

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How to Make It

1
Warm beans in a pot, mashing some for a creamy texture.
2
Add garlic, cumin, and salt.
3
Serve drizzled with olive oil and lemon juice.
4
Garnish with parsley. Eat with pita bread and pickled vegetables.

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