Egyptian Keto Brunch Feast: Ful Medames & Falafel-Stuffed Tomatoes with Garlic Sauce (GF)

Allergens

Eggs, Gluten-Free (contains almond flour)

Ingredients

• 1. Ful Medames:
• 2 cups dried fava beans, soaked overnight and cooked until tender
• 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
• 1 small onion, finely chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
• Salt and pepper, to taste
• Fresh parsley, for garnish 2. Falafel
• Stuffed Tomatoes:
• 4 large tomatoes, halved and seeded
• 1 1/2 cups falafel mix (keto
• friendly)
• 1/4 cup almond flour
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice
• 1 egg, beaten
• Olive oil, for frying 3. Garlic Sauce:
• 1 cup plain Greek yogurt (keto
• friendly)
• 4 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
• Salt and pepper, to taste

Instructions

1. Prepare the Ful Medames: In a large pan, heat oil over medium heat. Add onion and cook until softened, about 5 minutes. Add garlic and cumin, and cook for another minute. Stir in cooked fava beans, seasoning with salt and pepper. Cook for 10 more minutes, stirring occasionally. Remove from heat and set aside.
2. Prepare the Falafel Stuffed Tomatoes: In a large bowl, combine falafel mix, almond flour, salt, garlic, parsley, lemon juice, and egg. Mix well to form a dough. Stuff each tomato half with the falafel mixture and set aside.
3. Heat olive oil in a pan over medium heat. Carefully place each stuffed tomato half into the pan and fry until golden brown on both sides. Remove from heat and drain on paper towels.
4. Prepare the Garlic Sauce: In a small bowl, combine yogurt, garlic, lemon juice, salt, and pepper. Mix well.
5. To serve, spoon Ful Medames onto individual plates or into shallow bowls, and top with Falafel Stuffed Tomatoes. Drizzle the Garlic Sauce over the dishes and garnish with fresh parsley.

Chef’s Insight

This Egyptian Keto Brunch Feast is a perfect fusion of traditional flavors with a modern twist, making it an excellent choice for a special occasion or brunch with friends and family.

Notes

This recipe is both gluten-free and keto-friendly, making it suitable for those on a low-carb diet or with gluten sensitivities.