Aromatic Egyptian Ful Medames with Sautéed Mushrooms
Ful Medames is a classic Egyptian dish made with fava beans and aromatic spices, perfect for a hearty breakfast or brunch, paired with flavorful sautéed mushrooms.
Preparation
Get these tasks done before you start cooking.
Preparing the Ful Medames
- 1
Rinse and drain fava beans
Rinse and drain the soaked fava beans.
- 2
Boil the beans
In a large pot, add the fava beans and cover with water.
- 3
Simmer until tender
Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 1 hour or until beans are tender.
Tip: Use a lid on the beans to retain moisture.
Preparing the Sautéed Mushrooms
- 1
Heat oil and garlic
Heat olive oil in a pan over medium heat. Add minced garlic and stir until fragrant.
- 2
Sauté mushrooms
Add sliced mushrooms and sauté until browned.
- 3
Season mushrooms
Season with salt, pepper, and lemon juice.
Tip: Don't over-salt the mushrooms, as they will shrink during cooking.
How to Make Aromatic Egyptian Ful Medames with Sautéed Mushrooms
Total time: 2 h · Yields 4 servings
- 1
Finishing the Ful
Sauté onion and garlic in olive oil. Stir into the cooked beans alongside cumin, lemon, salt, and pepper.
- 2
Assembling the Dish
Spoon the beans into serving plates.
- 3
Adding Mushrooms
Top the beans with sautéed mushrooms.
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