Middle Eastern Fava Bean Recipes

Foul (Ful) Simply Lebanese

WEBJul 17, 2017 · Add the crushed garlic, lemon juice, cumin, tahini paste, and salt. Mix to combine. Add ½ teaspoon of cayenne pepper or any hot …

1. Add the fava beans with their liquid to a large pot. Drain and rinse the chickpeas, then add to the pot of fava beans. Warm on medium heat for 10 minutes.
2. Crush the garlic with a half teaspoon of salt. Juice the lemon.
3. Add the warmed fava bean and chickpea mixture to a serving bowl. Using the mortar you crushed the garlic with, mash the fava beans and chickpeas until about ½ to ¾ of the mixture is mashed. (based on your personal preference.) Add the crushed garlic, lemon juice, cumin, tahini paste, and salt. Mix to combine.
4. Add ½ teaspoon of cayenne pepper or any hot pepper for a kick. (Optional)

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Ful Medames (Egyptian Fava Beans) This Healthy Table

WEBFeb 29, 2024 · Heat a large pot or dutch oven over medium heat. Add the olive oil and once it's hot add the onion. Sauté the onion for 7 to 8 …

1. Heat a large pot or dutch oven over medium-high heat. Add the olive oil and once it's hot add the onion. Sauté the onion for 7 to 8 minutes or until it starts to brown and caramelize. Add the garlic and sauté for 30 seconds.
2. Add the cumin, salt, and pepper to the pot and stir for 30 seconds until the spices are fragrant.
3. Add the fava beans and water, increase the heat and bring to a low boil, then reduce to a simmer for 20 minutes.
4. Remove the pot from the heat and allow to cool slightly before blending the bean mixture with a blender, immersion blender, or food processor until it's mostly broken down but still slightly chunky.

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