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Sudanese Ful Medames

An authentic recipe for Sudanese Ful Medames, offering a warm, protein-dense breakfast centered around seasoned fava beans and fresh toppings.

Level Easy Prep 10 min Cook 15 min Servings 4 Score 4.9/10
Ready in
25 min

Makes 4 servings

Prep 10m
Cook 15m
Level Easy

About this recipe

An authentic recipe for Sudanese Ful Medames, offering a warm, protein-dense breakfast centered around seasoned fava beans and fresh toppings.

A classic Sudanese Ful Medames featuring mashed fava beans seasoned with cumin, garlic, and bright toppings.

Ingredients

Main

Aromatics & Spices

Toppings

Equipment

  • Medium saucepan For simmering the fava beans
  • Potato masher For coarse mashing
  • Serving bowl Shallow bowl for traditional presentation

Instructions

  1. In a medium saucepan, combine the fava beans and water or vegetable broth. Bring to a simmer over medium heat.

  2. Simmer for 5 minutes until the beans are thoroughly heated through.

    5 min

  3. Use a potato masher or fork to coarsely mash about half of the beans while leaving the rest whole.

  4. Stir in the minced garlic, ground cumin, salt, and half of the extra virgin olive oil.

  5. Transfer the mashed fava beans to a shallow serving bowl.

  6. Top with diced tomatoes, chopped green onions, crumbled white cheese, fresh lemon juice, and drizzle the remaining olive oil on top.

Nutrition

Calories 290
Protein 14g
Carbs 36g
Fat 11g
Fiber 9g
Sugar 3g
Sodium 450mg
Serving Size 1 serving

Cooking Timeline

Prep 10 min
Cook 15 min
Total 25 min

Recipe Scorecard

Overall 9.5 /10
Expert 4.9 95% conf.
  • Taste 9.6
  • Presentation 9.2
  • Nutrition 9.5
  • Value 9.8
  • Instructions 9.5
  • Ingredients 9.4
  • Time Accuracy 9.5
  • Difficulty 9.5
  • Would Make Again 9.6

Expert Review

Reviewed by FindEdition Kitchen

Verdict

An authentic, protein-packed, and deeply comforting staple of Sudanese cuisine.

Pros

  • Quick and easy to prepare
  • Nutritious and filling
  • Rich traditional flavors

Cons

  • Best enjoyed immediately while hot

Overview

A classic Sudanese Ful Medames featuring mashed fava beans seasoned with cumin, garlic, and bright toppings.

AI Insights

Summary

An authentic recipe for Sudanese Ful Medames, offering a warm, protein-dense breakfast centered around seasoned fava beans and fresh toppings.

Tips

  • Use high-quality extra virgin olive oil for the best flavor profile
  • Adjust the amount of fresh lemon juice and cumin to match your personal taste
  • Serve alongside warm flatbread or pita to scoop up the beans

Substitutions

  • Fava beans → Cannellini beans or pinto beans
  • White cheese → Feta or Queso Blanco

Storage

Store leftover bean mixture without toppings in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Pairing

  • Warm Sudanese or Arabic flatbread
  • Boiled eggs and hot spiced tea

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FAQ

Can I use dried fava beans instead of canned?
Yes, though dried fava beans require soaking overnight and boiling until completely tender before seasoning.
How is Sudanese Ful typically served?
It is traditionally served hot with fresh flatbread, hard-boiled eggs, and tea for breakfast.

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