Ful Medames (Egyptian Fava Beans)
Ful medames is a classic Egyptian dish made from cooked fava beans, typically enjoyed for breakfast or as a hearty street food snack. It is a nutritious and flavorful dish that is rich in protein and fiber. Ful Medames is often served with a drizzle of olive oil, fresh herbs, and various accompaniments, making it a satisfying and versatile culinary delight.
Ingredients
- 2 cups dried fava beans
- 4 cups water
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- ¼ cup olive oil
- Juice of 1 lemon
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- Salt to taste
- Black pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley or cilantro, chopped (for garnish)
- Pita bread, for serving
Ingredients for 3 servings (1.3 kg) · the original recipe
Method
- 1
Rinse the dried fava beans under cold water and remove any impurities or debris. Place the beans in a saucepan and cover them with water.
Stovetop - 2
Bring the water to a boil over medium-high heat, then reduce the heat to low and let the beans simmer for about 1–1.5 hours, or until they are tender. Check the beans periodically and add more water if needed.
Stovetop - 3
Once the beans are tender, drain them in a colander and return them to the saucepan.
Stovetop - 4
Add the minced garlic, olive oil, lemon juice, ground cumin, salt, and black pepper to the saucepan with the cooked beans. Stir well to combine the ingredients and allow the flavors to meld together over low heat for a few minutes.
Stovetop - 5
Remove the ful medames from the heat and transfer it to a serving dish.
- 6
Garnish the dish with freshly chopped parsley or cilantro.
- 7
Serve the ful medames warm with fresh pita bread or other bread of your choice.
Recipe from Wikibooks Cookbook, written by Wikibooks contributors. Used under the CC BY-SA 4.0 licence; the ingredient list and method on this page are taken from that page and edited (its notes, tips and variations are not reproduced), and are available under the same licence. The macros, equipment tags and scaling are Ma Kitchen’s own and are not the source’s figures. Ma Kitchen is not affiliated with or endorsed by Wikibooks Cookbook. Copied on 2026-11-12.
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