Ful medames is an Egyptian dip or stew made primarily from mashed fava beans and commonly eaten for breakfast.
The dish uses cooked dried fava beans, usually seasoned with olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, cumin, and salt. It may be served with chopped tomatoes, onions, parsley, chili, boiled eggs, or bread. The beans can be partly mashed or left more whole, depending on the preparation.
Ful medames has deep roots in Egyptian food culture and is eaten throughout the country. It is also popular in other parts of the Middle East and North Africa, where regional versions use different garnishes and seasonings.
Ful medames is often confused with hummus because both are served as savory legume dishes. Hummus is based on chickpeas and tahini, whereas ful medames is based on fava beans and does not require sesame paste.