Ful Medames

Ingredients

• 400 g dried fava beansSubstitute: canned fava beans
• 4 cloves garlic
• 4 tbsp lemon juice
• 4 tbsp olive oil
• 1 tsp cumin
• 2 tbsp tahiniSubstitute: sesame paste
• 4 whole eggs

Instructions

1. 1

   Soak fava beans overnight, then simmer in fresh water for 2-3 hours until very tender.

2. 2

   Drain most of the liquid, reserving some.

3. 3

   Mash beans roughly with a fork — some should stay whole for texture.

4. 4

   Stir in minced garlic, cumin, lemon juice, salt, and a drizzle of olive oil.

5. 5

   Hard boil eggs and slice in half.

6. 6

   Serve in bowls drizzled with olive oil and tahini, topped with egg halves.

7. 7

   Accompany with warm pita, sliced tomatoes, pickled vegetables, and fresh herbs.