Best 2 Ethiopian Fava Beans Recipes
Ethiopian fava beans, also known as ful medames, are a staple ingredient in Ethiopian cuisine. They are enjoyed for their unique flavor and texture, and are a rich source of protein, fiber, and vitamins. This versatile ingredient can be cooked in many different ways, and is often served as a breakfast dish, a side dish, or even as a main course. In this article, we will explore some of the most popular Ethiopian fava bean recipes, providing you with detailed instructions and tips to help you create delicious and authentic Ethiopian dishes at home.
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ETHIOPIAN FAVA BEANS
Fava beans have a nutty taste. This is a really yummy way to prepare them. Recipe by Angela Shelf Medearis.
Provided by LifeIsGood
Categories Beans
Time 1h
Yield 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Put the beans in a large pot and cover with the water. Boil until the beans are tender but not mushy. This could take anywhere from 5 to 15 minutes, depending on the freshness of the beans.
- In a skillet, heat the oil until it is hot (but not smoking) and then saute the onion and garlic. Add the cayenne, cumin and salt. Cook until the onion has softened, about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Add the onion and garlic mixture to the beans and bring to a boil. Reduce the heat and simmer for about 30 minutes.
- Enjoy!
EGYPTIAN FOOL (FAVA BEANS) TRADITIONAL BREAKFAST
This is a very common food here in Egypt. Due to its cost, which is extremely low, it is a popular dish for many. With this recipe you can enjoy a traditional Egyptian breakfast in the comfort of your home! There is a LONG way to make this too, using dried fava beans and soaking and then cooking, this recipe makes it A LOT easier and in my opinion is even better! Enjoy!
Provided by cooking in cairo...
Categories Breakfast
Time 15m
Yield 2-4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Chop up a small onion with a bit of oil and sauté in small pot until tender, remove from heat.
- Open can of fava beans and dump into pot, along with juices, do not drain.
- Take a potato smasher and smash up the fava beans. I leave a few whole, but basically smash up most of them.
- Add salt, ground cumin and cayenne pepper to your liking.
- Squeeze juice of lemon into pot.
- Add a splash of olive oil.
- Heat just to boil and then that's it.
- Spoon some beans into a flat bowl, splash some oil on top of them. I like to add the following garnish, but you can leave garnish out and just eat that way they are just as yummy too.
- This is something I do sometimes to this dish as well-MY SPECIAL GARNISH. 1. Chop a few slices of red onion fine. 2. Chop a small (or half) green bell pepper finely. 3. Chop a handful of black olive slices finely. 4. Chop a small tomato finely. 5. A little bit of chopped parsley 6. Drizzle of tahina.
- Okay now you add all these finely chopped veggies around the bowl edge and finish off with a drizzle of tahina in middle of bowl. Looks beautiful! Then i mix all together and eat it mixed up!
Tips:
- Soak the fava beans overnight or for at least 8 hours before cooking. This will help them cook more evenly and reduce the cooking time.
- If you are using dried fava beans, simmer them for at least 1 hour, or until they are tender.
- Ethiopian fava beans typically use a combination of spices, including berbere, cumin, coriander, and cardamom. Feel free to adjust the amount of spices to your own taste preferences.
- Serve Ethiopian fava beans with injera, a traditional Ethiopian flatbread. Injera can be made from teff flour or a combination of teff and wheat flour.
- Garnish Ethiopian fava beans with fresh herbs, such as cilantro, parsley, or rosemary, for extra flavor and color.
Conclusion:
Ethiopian fava beans are a delicious and nutritious dish that can be enjoyed as an appetizer, side dish, or main course. With its unique blend of spices and herbs, Ethiopian fava beans are a great way to experience the flavors of Ethiopian cuisine. So next time you're looking for a new and exciting dish to try, give Ethiopian fava beans a try!
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