Ful Medames
OriginEgypt
YearAncient
Key IngredientsFava beans/Olive oil/Lemon
About Ful Medames
Egypts national dish, eaten for breakfast since pharaonic times. Fava beans found in ancient Egyptian tombs. Slow-cooked overnight in large pots. Every Middle Eastern country has its own version. The cheapest and most nutritious protein source in the region.