My memory of my grandfather singing the kiddush far precedes my understanding of its meaning. The Hebrew words poured from his mouth, set to a hymn of his own making, silencing everything: the rattling of dishes in the sink, idle gossip, the chaotic energy of our chosen street corner.
Foul Medemes
April 18, 2021
Ingredients
- 1can of fava beans
- ¼cup olive oil
- 1Tbsp cumin
- fresh lemon juice (to taste)
- 1whole diced onion
- ½can of tomato sauce
- 1Tbsp crushed garlic
- salt (to taste)
Preparation
Most people recommend using dried fava beans and soaking them over night. My grandpa was not a patient man and I can attest to the fact that canned fava beans taste just as good.
- Step 1
In a saucepan over medium heat, sauté the onion in olive oil until soft. Add garlic and cumin about halfway through.
- Step 2
Add the beans, tomato sauce, and lemon juice, and stir periodically over low heat.
- Step 3
For a smoother consistency (closer to what my grandfather liked) use the back of a spoon to smash the beans.
- Step 4
Add salt to taste.
- Step 5
Drizzle with olive oil after cooking, top with chopped parsley.
- Step 6
Serve with hard-boiled egg and toasted pita bread.