HOW TO MAKE FUL MEDAMES! Quick, Easy, and VEGAN

fava beans

🥗Healthier: lentils

💰Cheaper: canned beans

Lentils are lower in calories and canned beans are more affordable.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Avocado oil offers health benefits while vegetable oil is often less expensive.

fresh tomatoes

🥗Healthier: canned tomatoes

💰Cheaper: tomato paste

Canned tomatoes are convenient and tomato paste is cost-effective.

garlic

🥗Healthier: garlic powder

💰Cheaper: onion powder

Garlic powder is easier to store, and onion powder can be a budget-friendly alternative.

Drain the liquid from the can of fava beans and rinse them under water.

Cut one lemon and save it for later.

Thinly slice two whole grain onions.

Chop a large handful of cilantro finely.

Add extra virgin olive oil to a pot or saucepan.

Toss in the green onions and minced garlic, and sauté for about a minute or two.

Add in the fava beans.

Spice it up with cumin, paprika, dried parsley, and salt to taste.

Mix everything and let it simmer for a few minutes until the beans soften up.

Mash the beans halfway, leaving some chunks.

Sprinkle in the fresh cilantro and add lemon juice, mixing well.

Add more water if you prefer a thinner consistency.

Transfer to a serving plate and drizzle with extra virgin olive oil.

Garnish with more cilantro and a sprinkle of paprika.

Serve with pita or any bread of your choice.

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