Foul Recipe

Start your day with a taste of the Middle East! This Foul recipe delivers a vibrant and flavorful traditional Arabic breakfast dish. Creamy, mashed fava beans are seasoned with zesty lemon, nutty tahini, and a kick of jalapeño (optional, for those who like it spicy like my dad!). Served with warm pita bread, fragrant za'atar, creamy lebene yogurt, and briny green olives, this Foul is a guaranteed crowd-pleaser. Perfect for a weekend brunch or a quick and healthy weekday morning meal.

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 14 mins
Calories 168.4 kcal
Protein 19g
Rating 4.0 (1 Reviews)
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Chef Forktionary, author of this recipe

Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Foul

  • 1 cup dried fava beans
  • 2 cloves garlic
  • 2 tablespoons tahini
  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice
  • 1/4 cup water, plus more as needed
  • Salt to taste
  • 1 tablespoon high-quality olive oil
  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley (optional)
  • 1-2 jalapeños (to taste)

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How to Make Foul

  1. Rinse 1 cup dried fava beans and place in a pot. Cover with 4 cups of water and bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer for about 1 hour, or until beans are very tender.
  2. While the beans are simmering, mash 2 cloves garlic and 1-2 jalapeños (adjust to your spice preference) in a medium bowl.
  3. Once the beans are cooked, drain them well and add them to the bowl with the garlic and jalapeño mixture. Use a potato masher or fork to mash the beans until you achieve a thick, creamy paste. Leave some whole beans for texture if desired.
  4. Stir in 2 tablespoons of lemon juice and 2 tablespoons of tahini. Mix well to combine.
  5. Gradually add water, 1 tablespoon at a time, until you reach your desired consistency. Start with 1/4 cup and adjust as needed.
  6. Season generously with salt to taste. Stir in 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley (optional) or sprinkle on top as a garnish.
  7. Drizzle 1 tablespoon of high-quality olive oil over the Foul before serving.
  8. Serve immediately with warm pita bread, za'atar, lebene, and green olives.
  9. Enjoy your delicious and authentic Foul!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

0 g

Sugar

7g

Fat

2g

Carbs

8g