Slow-cooked fava beans mashed with olive oil, lemon, cumin, and chili — Eritrea's beloved breakfast dish.
Ful is the quintessential Eritrean breakfast, served at small restaurants called ful houses across Asmara. Each ful house has its own style — some add yogurt, others add berbere, some top with egg. The dish connects Eritrea to a broader Horn of Africa and Middle Eastern breakfast tradition while maintaining its distinctly Eritrean character.
Slow-cooked fava beans mashed with olive oil, lemon, cumin, and chili — Eritrea's beloved breakfast dish.
Best for everyday meals, with a easy cooking level and about 40 minutes total.
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