by Egypt: Ful Medames
Ful medames, the national dish of Egypt is fava bean stew that some have suggested dates back to ancient Egyptian times. It is made with dried fava beans that are gently cooked and simply flavored. Once it is time to eat, small dishes of flavorings and aromatics like extra-virgin olive oil, salt, pepper, chili flakes, crushed garlic, lemon and cumin are passed around. Other garnishes, like hard boiled eggs, cucumber and tomato salad, scallions and tahini, are also sometimes included.
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14 The Lord is my strength and my defense ; he has become my salvation. 15 Shouts of joy and victory resound in the tents of the righteous: “The Lord’s right hand has done mighty things! 16 The Lord’s right hand is lifted high; the Lord’s right hand has done mighty things!”
Psalm 118; 14-16