Ful Sudani (Sudanese Fava Beans) - African Recipe

Ful Sudani is a staple dish in Sudanese cuisine, commonly enjoyed for breakfast but also served throughout the day. A soulful bowl of flavorful fava beans cooked until tender and mashed to a delightful consistency. It's typically served with warm Kisra (Sudanese bread) and accompanied by a variety of condiments like tahini, yogurt, or tomatoes. This dish brings families together around the breakfast table, with everyone dipping their bread into the same communal bowl, a testament to the Sudanese spirit of sharing and unity.

Ingredients

  • 500g (1.1 lbs) Fava beans ('Ful') Choose dried fava beans for the best flavor. They should be firm and free from blemishes.
  • 2 cloves Garlic Fresh garlic is preferred for its potent flavor.
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Adjust to taste.
  • A handful, finely chopped Parsley Fresh parsley adds a refreshing aroma and color to the dish.
Ful Sudani (Sudanese Fava Beans)
Ful Sudani (Sudanese Fava Beans)

Ful Sudani (Sudanese Fava Beans)

Updated on 03/23/2025

Ful Sudani is a staple dish in Sudanese cuisine, commonly enjoyed for breakfast but also served throughout the day. A soulful bowl of flavorful fava beans cooked until tender and mashed to a delightful consistency. It's typically served with warm Kisra (Sudanese bread) and accompanied by a variety of condiments like tahini, yogurt, or tomatoes. This dish brings families together around the breakfast table, with everyone dipping their bread into the same communal bowl, a testament to the Sudanese spirit of sharing and unity.

Ingredients

  • 500g (1.1 lbs) Fava beans ('Ful') (Choose dried fava beans for the best flavor. They should be firm and free from blemishes.)
  • 2 cloves Garlic (Fresh garlic is preferred for its potent flavor.)
  • 1 teaspoon Salt (Adjust to taste.)
  • A handful, finely chopped Parsley (Fresh parsley adds a refreshing aroma and color to the dish.)

Instructions

No instructions available.

Nutrition Info:

  • fatApproximately 2g per serving
  • fiberApproximately 30g per serving
  • sodiumApproximately 600mg per serving
  • proteinApproximately 25g per serving
  • caloriesApproximately 500 kcal per serving
  • carbohydratesApproximately 85g per serving

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