فول مدمس (Ful Medames)

Stewed fava beans with cumin and olive oil, a breakfast classic.

Ingredients

• 2 cups fava beans
• 0.25 cup olive oil
• 1 tsp cumin
• 1 lemon
• 2 cloves garlic
• 1 bunch parsley

Method

1. Cover fava beans with water, add garlic, simmer until tender.
2. Drain beans, mash lightly, stir in olive oil, cumin, and lemon.
3. Serve warm, garnished with parsley.

Chef's tips

• Season to taste.
• Serve with a drizzle of extra olive oil.