---
title: Ful Medames (Stewed Fava Beans)
servings: 4
prep time: 10 minutes
cook time: 30 minutes
source: https://mycibora.com/recipes/ful-medames
---

Gather @fava bean{2%can}, @ground cumin{2%tsp} and @fresh parsley{0.5%bunch}.

Mince the @garlic{3%clove}, dice the @tomato{1}, and roughly chop the parsley.

Tip the fava beans and their canning liquid into a pot with the garlic and cumin; bring to a gentle simmer.

Simmer gently, stirring occasionally, until the beans are warmed through and starting to soften further. ~{15%minutes}

Off the heat, mash the beans roughly with a fork or potato masher, leaving some whole and some creamed.

Squeeze in the @lemon{2} juice and stir to sharpen the flavor.

Spoon into a shallow bowl, flood generously with @olive oil{4%tbsp}, and scatter the diced tomato and parsley over the top.

Warm the @pita bread{4} and serve alongside for scooping.