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Spicy ful madammas

Robbie Puddick (RNutr)
Written by

Robbie Puddick (RNutr)

Content and SEO Lead

Dr Rachel Hall
Reviewed by

Dr Rachel Hall (MBCHB)

Principal Doctor

2 min read
Last updated November 2026
Spicy ful madammas

Prep and cooking time: 25 mins

  • Vegetarian
  • Vegan
  • Gluten-free

Ingredients

Serves: 4

  • 4 cloves garlic
  • 2 tsp cumin seeds (freshly toasted)
  • 2 x 400g tins flageolet beans
  • 50ml extra virgin olive oil
  • 1 tbsp tahini
  • 2 small lemons, juiced
  • 2 tsp dried chilli flakes
  • 1 bunch fresh parsley, roughly chopped
  • 200g spinach, chopped
  • 400g cherry tomatoes, halved
  • Greek yoghurt to serve (optional)
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Method

Step 1

Heat a drizzle of the oil in a small, non-stick saucepan or casserole dish, over medium heat.

Step 2

Fry the garlic and cumin seeds, until golden (approx 1min).

Step 3

Add the beans, olive oil, tahini, lemon juice, and chilli flakes.

Step 4

Cook beans for 10-15mins, or until softened and starting to mush together slightly. Stir often.

Step 5

Serve with fresh parsley, yoghurt on top (if using), and a side salad of chopped spinach and tomatoes.

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