ful medames
🇪🇬 A dish from Egypt
Ful medames, or simply fūl, is a stew of cooked fava beans served with olive oil, cumin, and optionally with chopped parsley, garlic, onion, lemon juice, chili pepper and other vegetables, herbs, and spices. Ful medames is traditionally made in and served out of a large metal jug.
What gives it away
| 🥘Main ingredients | fava beans, olive oil, cumin, garlic, lemon juice, parsley |
|---|---|
| 🔥Cooking method | slow-cooked and mashed stew |
| 👅Flavour & style | earthy, savory, lemony with cumin warmth |
| 🕒When it’s eaten | a staple breakfast, scooped with flatbread |
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Frequently asked questions
Where does ful medames come from?
ful medames is a dish that originated in Egypt.
What is ful medames?
Ful medames, or simply fūl, is a stew of cooked fava beans served with olive oil, cumin, and optionally with chopped parsley, garlic, onion, lemon juice, chili pepper and other vegetables, herbs, and spices. Ful medames is traditionally made in and served out of a large metal jug.