Ful Medames (Egyptian Fava Bean Stew) Recipe

Name: Ful Medames (Egyptian Fava Bean Stew)
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 tablespoons olive oil; 1 large onion, chopped; 4 cloves garlic, chopped; 2 teaspoons ground cumin; 2 1/2 teaspoons crushed red pepper; 3 tablespoons sesame seeds; 6 cans (15 ounces each) fava beans, drained and rinsed; Grated rind and juice of 4 lemons; 3 1/2 cups water; Salt and black pepper, to taste; 1/2 cup chopped fresh parsley; Olive oil (for sprinkling)

Servings: persons

2 tablespoons olive oil
1 large onion, chopped
4 cloves garlic, chopped
2 teaspoons ground cumin
2 1/2 teaspoons crushed red pepper
3 tablespoons sesame seeds
6 cans (15 ounces each) fava beans, drained and rinsed
Grated rind and juice of 4 lemons
3 1/2 cups water
Salt and black pepper, to taste
1/2 cup chopped fresh parsley
Olive oil (for sprinkling)

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1. In a large flameproof casserole over medium heat, heat the olive oil. Add the onions and garlic and cook, stirring often, for 8 minutes.
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2. Stir in the cumin and crushed red pepper. Cook, stirring, for 1 minute. Stir in sesame seeds. Cook 1 minute more.
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3. Add the fava beans, lemon rind and juice, and water. Bring to a boil, lower the heat, set on the cover askew, and simmer for 20 minutes.
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4. Remove 1/3 of the bean mixture from the pot. With a potato masher, mash the beans. Stir the mashed beans back into pot. Season with salt and pepper. Remove 2 cups of the stew for the pita pockets.
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5. Ladle the remaining stew into bowls and garnish with chopped parsley and olive oil. Serve with a crusty loaf.

928

kcal

Calories

Fat

147

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 tablespoons olive oil, 1 large onion, chopped, 4 cloves garlic, chopped, 2 teaspoons ground cumin, and more.

Yes, Ful Medames (Egyptian Fava Bean Stew) falls under the Soups & Stews category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Ful Medames (Egyptian Fava Bean Stew)

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