World Flavors Cookbook

Yemeni Foul (Broad Beans)

A popular breakfast dish of fava beans sautéed with tomatoes, onions, and Yemeni spices, served sizzling in a stone pot.

Cuisine: Yemen

Ingredients

• 1 can fava beans, partially mashed
• 1 small onion, finely chopped
• 1 tomato, diced
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 tbsp tomato paste
• Hawaij spice mix
• Olive oil and fresh cilantro

Instructions

1. Sauté onions and garlic in olive oil.
2. Add tomato paste and diced tomatoes, cook until soft.
3. Add the fava beans and a splash of water.
4. Season with hawaij and salt. Simmer for 10 minutes.
5. Ideally serve in a pre-heated stone bowl.
6. Garnish with cilantro and a drizzle of olive oil. Serve with hot bread.