How to make Ful Medames ( Egyptian Fava Beans )

fava beans

🥗Healthier: edamame

💰Cheaper: canned chickpeas

Edamame offers a similar texture with fewer calories.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Avocado oil provides healthy fats while being cost-effective.

fresh parsley

🥗Healthier: spinach

💰Cheaper: dried herbs

Spinach adds nutrients and is often more affordable.

red chili flakes

🥗Healthier: fresh chili

💰Cheaper: black pepper

Fresh chili can provide vibrant flavor without extra cost.

Rinse and drain 2 cans of fava beans and set aside.

Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a skillet.

Sauté minced garlic and diced onion until aromatic and onions are translucent.

Add freshly diced tomatoes and cook for about a minute.

Add the fava beans and seasonings, then mix well.

Add water and let simmer for 15 minutes.

Mash the fava beans with a fork until creamy, but not completely mashed.

Add lemon juice and mix.

Plate the dish and top with more olive oil, chopped parsley, diced tomato, and jalapeno slices.

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