Egypt
Ful Medames — Egyptian Fava Beans
Slow-cooked fava beans dressed with cumin, lemon and olive oil.
Preparation25 minutes
Cooking45 minutes
Servings4–6 people
DifficultyModerate
Method
- Prepare all vegetables, aromatics and main ingredients before heating the pot.
- Cook the onion and aromatics gently until softened and fragrant.
- Add the spices and tomato ingredients, cooking until the base is concentrated.
- Add the main ingredients and liquid, then simmer until fully tender and safely cooked.
- Adjust seasoning and consistency, record the tested cooking time, and serve with the traditional accompaniment.
How to make Ful Medames — Egyptian Fava Beans
Slow-cooked fava beans dressed with cumin, lemon and olive oil.
Ful Medames is featured in Axadle’s Food & Culture collection as part of our guide to Egypt cooking. This page brings together the ingredients, preparation details and step-by-step method in one practical recipe for home cooks.
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Follow the ingredient list and numbered method above to prepare Ful Medames. Recipes can vary between regions and households, so taste as you cook and adjust seasoning and texture to suit the ingredients available to you.
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