Ingredients with Measurements:
- 2 cups dried fava beans
- 1 onion, chopped
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 4 cups water
- 2 cups fresh spinach, chopped
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
Special equipment needed:
- Large pot
- Wooden spoon
- Strainer
Step-by-step instructions:
1. Rinse the fava beans and soak them in water overnight.
2. Drain the beans and put them in a large pot with the onion, garlic, cumin, paprika, salt, and black pepper.
3. Add 4 cups of water and bring to a boil.
4. Reduce the heat to low and simmer for 1-2 hours, or until the beans are tender.
5. In a separate pan, heat the olive oil over medium heat.
6. Add the chopped spinach and sauté for 2-3 minutes, until wilted.
7. Add the spinach to the pot with the beans and stir.
8. Add the lemon juice and parsley and stir.
9. Serve hot.
- Time:
Preparation time: 10 minutes
- Cooking time: 1-2 hours
5. Temperature:
- Low heat
Serving size:
- 4-6 servings
Nutritional information:
- Calories: 245
- Fat: 7g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Protein: 13g
- Fiber: 12g
Substitutions for ingredients:
- You can use canned fava beans instead of dried ones, but reduce the cooking time to 30 minutes.
- You can use kale instead of spinach.
Variations:
- You can add diced tomatoes to the pot with the beans.
- You can add chopped cilantro instead of parsley.
Tips and tricks:
- Soaking the beans overnight will help them cook faster.
- You can add more water if the beans become too dry while cooking.
Storage instructions:
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Reheating instructions:
- Reheat in a pot over low heat, stirring occasionally.
Presentation ideas:
- Serve in bowls with a sprinkle of chopped parsley on top.
Garnishes:
- Chopped parsley
Pairings:
- Pita bread
Suggested side dishes:
- Hummus
- Baba ganoush
Troubleshooting advice:
- If the beans are not tender after 2 hours, continue cooking until they are.
Food safety advice:
- Make sure to soak the beans overnight to reduce the risk of digestive issues.
Food history:
- Ful Medames is a traditional Egyptian dish made with fava beans.
Flavor profiles:
- Earthy, savory, slightly spicy
Serving suggestions:
- Serve hot with pita bread.
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Region: Egyptian