Egyptian Ful Medames and Egyptian Breakfast Combo Platter

Allergens

Gluten (wheat) in pita bread - Dairy (feta cheese, eggs)

Ingredients

• 2 cups dried ful beans (fava beans), soaked overnight
• 1 small onion, finely chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 4 slices whole wheat pita bread
• 1/2 cup tomato and cucumber salad
• 1/4 cup tahini sauce
• 2 hard
• boiled eggs, halved
• 1/4 cup crumbled feta cheese
• 1/4 cup black olives, pitted
• Fresh parsley for garnish

Instructions

1. Drain the soaked ful beans and place them in a large pot. Cover with water, add the onion and garlic, and bring to a boil. Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer until the beans are tender, about 45 minutes. Season with salt and pepper.
2. In a small pan over medium heat, warm the olive oil. Sauté the onion and garlic until softened and fragrant, about 3 minutes. Add this mixture to the cooked ful beans and stir well.
3. Toast the pita bread in a toaster or oven until crisp.
4. Assemble the Egyptian breakfast combo platter by spreading the ful medames on one side of the plate. Arrange the hard boiled eggs, tomato and cucumber salad, tahini sauce, crumbled feta cheese, and black olives on the other half. Top with crispy pita bread and garnish with fresh parsley.

Chef’s Insight

Ful medames is a classic Egyptian breakfast dish made with fava beans, onions, garlic, and spices - This recipe combines traditional flavors with other popular Egyptian breakfast items for a complete meal experience

Notes

This recipe is suitable for a standard diet and provides a well-rounded meal with protein, fiber, and healthy fats - Feel free to adjust the seasoning to your preference