Sprouted Fava Beans with Cumin & Lime

Foul Nabet

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Preparation info
  • Serves

    4

    • Difficulty

      Easy

Appears in
Egypt: Recipes and stories from an ancient land

By Suzanne Zeidy and Rawah Badrawi

Published 2026

  • About

The sprouting of fava beans symbolizes birth, as new life bursts out of dried beans. The straightforward process takes a few days of soaking but then yields tender sprouts that awaken the beans, unlocking fresh flavours and textures. Once sprouted, the beans are gently boiled in an aromatic broth, turning it into a soothing soup. The sprouts themselves make for a delightful snack, similar to edamame, seasoned simply with a hint of earthy cumin, zesty lemon and a sprinkle of fiery chilli (ho