SUPER SIMPLE FUL RECIPE| Fava Beans| Vegan Eritrean Food 🇪🇷

fava beans

🥗Healthier: edamame

💰Cheaper: canned beans

Edamame provides similar protein content while being lower in calories.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Avocado oil is rich in healthy fats, while vegetable oil is more budget-friendly.

hard-boiled eggs

🥗Healthier: tofu

💰Cheaper: chickpeas

Tofu offers a plant-based protein alternative, and chickpeas are often less expensive.

parsley

🥗Healthier: cilantro

💰Cheaper: spinach

Cilantro adds freshness, while spinach is a cost-effective leafy green.

Add the contents of the can of fava beans, including the liquid, into a pot.

Turn the burner to medium heat (about 4) and let it cook until moisture is absorbed.

Once most of the moisture has been absorbed, reduce the heat.

Mash the beans in the pot using a cup or jar to your preference.

Add 1 tablespoon of avocado oil to the mashed beans and mix well.

Stir in the chopped tomatoes, onions, jalapeno, cumin, and lime juice.

Cook for about 3 minutes to allow the tomatoes and onions to soften.

Taste and add about 1/2 teaspoon of salt, adjusting as needed.

Turn off the heat and serve with pita bread.

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