Fool Mudammas Egyptian Lentils

Discover the soul-warming comfort of Fool Mudammas, a traditional Egyptian lentil dish that’s as nourishing as it is flavorful. This recipe combines tender dried fava beans and lentils, slow-simmered to perfection and infused with aromatic garlic, zesty lemon juice, and earthy cumin. Finished with a vibrant garnish of fresh parsley, chopped tomato, and green onion, and drizzled with golden extra-virgin olive oil, this dish is a celebration of wholesome ingredients. Whether served as a hearty breakfast, lunch, or dinner, Fool Mudammas pairs seamlessly with warm pita bread for scooping up every delicious bite. Packed with protein, easy to prepare, and bursting with Middle Eastern flavors, this dish is a must-try for lovers of global cuisine.

Nutriscore Rating: 78/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:90 mins

Total Time:100 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 cup dried fava beans
• 0.5 cup lentils (brown or green)
• 4 cups water
• 3 units garlic cloves, minced
• 2 tablespoons lemon juice
• 3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil (plus more for garnish)
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 0.5 teaspoon paprika (optional, for garnish)
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
• 1 unit tomato, finely chopped
• 1 unit green onion, finely chopped
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 4 units pita bread (for serving, optional)

Directions

Step 1

Rinse the dried fava beans and lentils thoroughly under cold water.

Step 2

Place the fava beans and lentils in a large pot and cover them with 4 cups of water.

Step 3

Bring the water to a boil over high heat, then reduce the heat to low and simmer. Cover the pot, leaving the lid slightly ajar. Cook for approximately 60-90 minutes or until the beans are tender. Check periodically to ensure the water does not evaporate; add more as needed.

Step 4

Once the beans are tender, use a slotted spoon to transfer some to a bowl and mash them lightly with a fork. Return the mashed beans to the pot to create a slightly thickened texture.

Step 5

Stir in the minced garlic, olive oil, lemon juice, ground cumin, salt, and black pepper. Cook for another 5 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld together.

Step 6

Remove the pot from the heat and portion the cooked beans into serving bowls.

Step 7

Garnish each bowl with chopped tomato, green onion, and fresh parsley. Drizzle with additional olive oil and sprinkle with paprika, if desired.

Step 8

Serve warm with fresh pita bread on the side for dipping.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1735.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1879.8

Total Fat 49.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 7.6g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 3725.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 282.6g	0%
Dietary Fiber 69.9g	0%
Total Sugars 15.4g
Protein 84.2g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 568.7mg	0%
Iron 26.1mg	0%
Potassium 3285.0mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 23.1%

Protein: 17.7%

Carbs: 59.2%