Foul mudammas, pronounced "fool mudammas,"  is a popular vegan dish throughout the Middle East and the Levant, but it is actually considered Egypt's national dish.

Along with falafel and koshari, foul mudammas-also known as ful medames--is the daily grub of the Egyptian people. A humble but tasty vegan meal made of fava beans and served for late breakfast, lunch or even dinner.

Foul mudammas is basically stewed fava beans (or broad beans), typically seasoned with a little ground cumin and finished with good extra virgin olive oil. Egyptians serve with warm pita bread and jazz it up with lemon juice, fresh veggies and herbs.