Super Quick Lebanese Fool Medammas

May 23, 2023May 23, 20230 9

Super Quick Lebanese Fool Medammas recipe for an easy breakfast or snack

by The Chefin Breakfast/Appetizer

Prep

5 min

Cook

10 min

Ready In

15 min

Level

Very easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

130

Sugar

Fat

Fool medammas is a traditional Mediterranean breakfast dish that is made from cooked fava beans. It is popular in many Middle Eastern and European countries, and is known for its delicious and nutritious qualities. Fava beans are used in this recipe as they are a local staple in the Mediterranean region, but you can use other types of beans if you’d like. Fool medammas is a versatile dish that can be served in many ways and with different spices and herbs. It is usually eaten with pita bread, but can be eaten with other breads or even used as a dip for vegetables or crackers.

Instructions

1.	Drain the fava beans well and rinse them under cold water, then drain them again.
2.	In a saucepan, add the drained fava beans, water, lemon juice, minced garlic, olive oil and salt. Mix well and bring to a boil over medium heat.
3.	Remove the pan from heat and pour the mixture into a container to cool down.
4.	Stir in the chopped parsley and the chili flakes (optional) just before serving.
5.	Serve the chilled fool medammas with pita bread or other favorite breads.

PROS

Super easy and quick to make, fool medammas is a perfect dish for breakfast or as a healthy snack.

The dish is packed with protein, fiber and vitamins, and provides a great energy boost.

CONS

Some people may not enjoy the texture of fava beans, or the dish may be too simple in taste for some.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Fava beans are packed with a variety of nutrients – protein, iron, manganese, vitamin K, folate and fiber. The combination of these nutrients explains why fava beans can help fight against a number of diseases like diabetes, osteoporosis, and breast cancer. Also, fava beans are low in fat and calories, which makes them a filling yet healthy food for weight loss.

	1 can fava beans
	1 cup water
	3 tablespoons lemon juice
	1/2 - 1 teaspoon minced garlic
	2 tablespoons olive oil ( good quality )
	1/3 teaspoon salt ( to taste )
	1/3 cup fresh parsley , finely chopped
	1/2 teaspoon chili flakes ( optional )