Ful Medames - Egyptian Fava Beans

These fava beans are quick and easy to make. Once you've had them, the Egyptian's national admiration for this dish will come into focus.

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Course: Appetizer, Breakfast, Lunch, Salad, Side Dish, Snack

Cuisine: African, Egypt, Mediterranean, North Africa

Prep Time: 10

Total Time: 10

Servings:

Author: My Hungry Traveler

15 oz Can ful medames beans or small fava beans
1 tsp Ground Cumin
1 cloves Garlic, minced
2 tbsp Lemon juice
3 tbsp Extra virgin olive oil
Salt and pepper, to taste
1 tbsp Flat-leaf parsley, chopped
Garnishes: Sliced red onion marinated ½ hr. in vinegar and/or 1 peeled hard boiled egg per-person and/or chopped scallions and/or a dollop of tahini or yogurt

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Drain and rinse beans. Put in a saucepan and cover completely with water. Bring to a boil then lower heat to medium and simmer for 5-6 minutes.
Drain beans and remove ⅓ cup to mash. Transfer rinsed and mashed beans to a bowl. Mix in cumin, garlic, lemon juice, olive oil, salt and pepper. Top with parsley and garnish with any of the garnishes listed in ingredients.
Serve warm or cold with flatbread.