If you’re not from the Middle East, the idea of eating a bowl of stewed fava beans for breakfast might not strike your fancy, at least at first glance. But plenty of cultures start their day with ...

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Many dishes tell stories, and Ful Medames, a fava bean dish considered the national dish of Sudan and South Sudan, is no different. When asked why the Sudanese Student Union decided to share this ...

Remove the broad bean flesh from the skins and mash or puree the flesh with a fork. Alternatively puree the beans and skins together for a smooth consistency. Add the oil, garlic, cumin and lemon ...

'It can be eaten any time of the day really,' says Sami Tamimi of the classic Egyptian breakfast, ful medames You can save this article by registering for free here. Or sign-in if you have an account.

I like to think of this as a kind of silky, spicy Egyptian hummus. It’s made with fava beans (otherwise known as broad beans) which grow beautifully in the UK, but are sadly mostly exported to Africa ...

Eggs have gotten a bit pricey lately, a devastating development for someone whose usual egg consumption has been termed “upsetting" by close friends. Fortunately, I am nothing if not a ...

Last year we marked the hundred day countdown to Best of Phoenix by sharing some of our favorite food folks’ “Personal Best” lists. This year we’re bringing back our list of 100 Favorite Dishes. Have ...

Many dishes tell stories, and Ful Medames, a fava bean dish considered the national dish of Sudan and South Sudan, is no different. When asked why the Sudanese Student Union decided to share this ...