Foul

Ingredients

2 cups dried fava beans (or 3 cans of cooked fava beans, drained and rinsed)
4 cups water (for dried beans)
1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
3 cloves garlic, minced
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
1/2 teaspoon ground coriander
1/4 teaspoon ground paprika
1/4 teaspoon ground turmeric
1/2 teaspoon salt (to taste)
1/4 teaspoon black pepper (to taste)
1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
1 tomato, diced (optional)
1/2 onion, finely chopped (optional)
1/4 cup pickled radishes, sliced (optional)
1/4 cup sliced olives (optional)

Instructions

Prepare the Beans

Cook Dried Beans

If using dried fava beans, rinse them and soak them overnight in water. The next day, drain the beans and place them in a large pot with 4 cups of fresh water. Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat and simmer for about 1-1.5 hours, or until the beans are tender. Drain and set aside.

Skip This Step if Using Canned Beans

If using canned fava beans, skip the soaking and cooking step and proceed with the recipe.

Prepare the Foul

Cook Garlic and Spices

In a large skillet, heat the extra virgin olive oil over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and cook until fragrant, about 1 minute.

Add Spices

Stir in the ground cumin, ground coriander, ground paprika, ground turmeric, salt, and black pepper. Cook for another minute to toast the spices.

Add Beans

Add the cooked fava beans to the skillet and stir to combine with the spices. Cook for about 5-7 minutes, or until the beans are heated through and slightly softened. If the beans seem too dry, add a splash of water or vegetable broth.

Finish with Lemon Juice

Stir in the fresh lemon juice and remove from heat.

Serve

Garnish and Serve

Transfer the foul to a serving dish and garnish with chopped parsley, diced tomato, finely chopped onion, pickled radishes, and sliced olives if desired.