Foul Mudammas (Egyptian Fava Beans)

Step 1

In a cast iron skillet or saucepan, add the fava beans and ½ cup water. Warm over medium-high heat. Season with kosher salt and cumin. Use a potato masher or fork to mash the fava beans.

Step 2

In a morter and pestle, add the hot peppers and garlic. Smash. Add in juice of one lemon and stir to combine.

Step 3

Pour the garlic and hot pepper sauce over the fava beans. Add a generous drizzle of extra virgin olive oil. Top with chopped parsley, diced tomatoes, and a few slices of hot peppers, if you like.

Step 4

Serve with pita bread, sliced veggies and olives.