How to Make Ful Medames

Step-by-Step Guide

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   Step 1: Soak the dried beans and lentils overnight in a large bowl.

   Drain in a colander and rinse under the tap to ensure they are clean.
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   Step 2: Heat the water in a large saucepan.

   Add the soaked beans and bring to the boil.
   
   Skim the surface to remove any froth and scum.
   
   Reduce the heat and simmer, covered, for 4–5 hours or until the beans and lentils are tender and have just started to form a mash.
   
   You may transfer them after boiling to a slow cooker and cook overnight, but this method does not always give the best result. ,, Drizzle generously with good olive oil at serving.
   
   Serve the Ful with flat bread, which can be used as a scoop—similar to corn chips—and enjoy with the flavour tahini, eggs and crisp, fresh salad.
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   Step 3: Add the seasonings: lemon juice

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   Step 4: salt and pepper and cumin and coriander (if desired)

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   Step 5: stirring well.

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   Step 6: Serve hot.

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