Fool Medemmas -- Fava Beans

Chef Baby Hippo's Note:

Yet another Egyptian Marie Henein recipe. Serves 4. This is a way of preparing fava beans, which are commonly eaten as a breakfast food in Egypt. The ingredients tend to be common for the dish but may be varied in their quantities.

• Total Time: 7 mins
• Prep Time: 2 mins
• Cook Time: 5 mins

Ingredients:

Serves: 4

Yield: 4.0 bowls

• 1 (16 ounce) can cooked fava beans
• 1 large onion , chopped
• 1 large tomato , diced
• 1 ½ tablespoons olive oil
• 1 teaspoon cumin powder
• ¼ cup parsley , chopped
• 2 fresh squeezed lemons
• salt , pepper, and red chili pepper, to taste
• pita bread (optional)

Directions:

1. Pour the beans into a pot and bring to a boil. Mix them well and add remaining ingredients. Bring to a boil again, then reduce to medium heat and cook for about 5 minutes. This dish is usually eaten with pita bread.