Super Quick Lebanese Fool Medammas Recipe

Craving a healthy and delicious Lebanese breakfast or a light lunch? This Super Quick Fool Medammas recipe uses canned fava beans for a lightning-fast preparation without sacrificing flavor! Perfect for busy weeknights, Ramadan Suhoor, or a vibrant addition to your mezze platter. This fool medammas is traditionally time-consuming, but our shortcut uses canned beans for a 20-minute meal. Serve with warm bread and a fresh salad for a complete and satisfying experience.

Prep Time 5 mins
Cook Time 20 mins
Calories 375.3 kcal
Protein 34g
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How to Make Super Quick Lebanese Fool Medammas

  1. Rinse and drain one 15-ounce can of fava beans thoroughly.
  2. In a saucepan, combine the drained fava beans and 1/2 cup of water. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat.
  3. Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 10 minutes. Stir in 2 minced cloves of garlic and 1/2 - 1 finely chopped small red chili (optional) and cook for another 2-3 minutes, or until beans are tender.
  4. Remove from heat and drain any excess liquid.
  5. In a medium serving bowl, whisk together 2 tablespoons of lemon juice and 1/2 teaspoon of salt (adjust to taste).
  6. Add the cooked fava beans and 1/4 cup of chopped fresh parsley to the bowl. Gently mix to combine.
  7. Drizzle 2 tablespoons of olive oil over the top. Serve immediately with fresh pita bread or crusty bread.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

17 g

Sugar

18g

Fat

10g

Carbs

15g

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Super Quick Lebanese Fool Medammas?

Super Quick Lebanese Fool Medammas takes about 25 minutes from start to finish — roughly 5 minutes to prepare and 20 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Super Quick Lebanese Fool Medammas?

Super Quick Lebanese Fool Medammas has approximately 375.3 calories per serving, with about 34 g protein, 15 g carbohydrates and 22 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Super Quick Lebanese Fool Medammas?

The key ingredients for Super Quick Lebanese Fool Medammas are Fava Beans, Water, Lemon Juice, Garlic, Olive Oil, Salt. See the full list with measurements above.

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