Foul Medames

Instructions

1. 1

   Drain and rinse the fava beans from the cans.

2. 2

   In a medium saucepan, heat the olive oil over medium heat.

3. 3

   Add the minced garlic to the oil and sauté until fragrant, about 1 minute.

4. 4

   Add the fava beans to the saucepan and stir to combine with the garlic and oil.

5. 5

   Sprinkle the ground cumin over the beans and stir well.

6. 6

   Pour the lemon juice over the mixture and season with salt and pepper to taste.

7. 7

   Cook the beans over low heat for about 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.

8. 8

   Remove from heat and transfer the beans to a serving dish.

9. 9

   Garnish with chopped fresh parsley, diced tomato, and finely chopped onion.

10. 10

    Serve warm with pita bread or as a side dish.