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Ful medames (Egyptian fava bean purée)

The classic Egyptian breakfast of warm, lemony fava beans mashed with garlic and cumin, finished with olive oil, tomato, herbs and chili.

Time
20min
Steps
3
Ful medames (Egyptian fava bean purée), photographed from above

Ingredients

4 servings

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Contains wheat.

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    Method

    1. 1

      Simmer the beans with their liquid for 10 minutes.

    2. 2

      Mash roughly with the garlic, cumin, lemon, half the oil and salt, leaving some texture.

    3. 3

      Spoon into a bowl, top with tomato, parsley, chili and the remaining oil. Serve warm with bread.

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