Foul Medammas

Discover the vibrant flavors of the Middle East with this authentic Foul Medammas recipe, a hearty and wholesome dish made from tender fava beans infused with garlic, cumin, and coriander. This traditional Egyptian-inspired breakfast or meze is elevated with a medley of fresh toppings, including juicy cherry tomatoes, zesty red onions, and fragrant parsley, all drizzled with extra virgin olive oil and a bright splash of lemon juice. Ready in under 30 minutes, this warm and comforting dish is best enjoyed with soft, pillowy pita bread, making it an easy yet flavorful option for a nutritious meal. Perfect for sharing with family or friends, Foul Medammas is a timeless dish that combines simplicity with bold, satisfying tastes.

Nutriscore Rating: 79/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 15-ounce cans canned fava beans
• 2 cloves garlic cloves
• 1 lemon
• 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 0.5 teaspoon ground coriander
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
• 0.5 cup cherry tomatoes
• 0.25 cup red onion
• 0.25 cup parsley
• 4 pieces pita bread

Directions

Step 1

Rinse the fava beans under cold water and drain them well.

Step 2

Peel and finely mince the garlic cloves.

Step 3

Juice the lemon and set aside.

Step 4

In a medium saucepan over medium heat, combine the fava beans with half of the minced garlic, 2 tablespoons of olive oil, ground cumin, ground coriander, salt, and black pepper.

Step 5

Stir well and cook for about 10 minutes, or until the beans are heated through and start to soften slightly.

Step 6

Using a potato masher or the back of a spoon, lightly mash the fava beans to break some of them, allowing the flavors to meld together. Leave some beans whole for texture.

Step 7

Remove from heat and stir in the remaining garlic, half the lemon juice, and adjust seasonings to taste.

Step 8

Chop the cherry tomatoes into halves or quarters, and finely dice the red onion. Finely chop the parsley.

Step 9

Transfer the foul to a serving dish and top with cherry tomatoes, red onion, and parsley.

Step 10

Drizzle with the remaining tablespoon of olive oil and the rest of the lemon juice over the top.

Step 11

Serve warm with pita bread and enjoy your delicious Foul Medammas.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1323.9 grams (1323.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1751

Total Fat 50.40g	65%
Saturated Fat 7.30g	37%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.50g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 4451mg	194%
Total Carbohydrate 275.30g	100%
Dietary Fiber 51.30g	183%
Total Sugars 18.40g
Protein 71.30g	143%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 391mg	30%
Iron 24mg	132%
Potassium 2833mg	60%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 24.7%

Protein: 15.5%

Carbs: 59.8%