Estimated Nutrition

Per serving

Ingredients & Substitutes

Instructions

1. 1

   Mash the 2 cans of drained and rinsed ful medames in a large bowl with a fork or potato masher until mostly smooth but with some texture remaining.

2. 2

   Add 0.5 cup all-purpose flour, 0.25 cup finely chopped fresh cilantro, 0.25 cup finely chopped fresh parsley, 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice, 1 tablespoon ground cumin, 1 teaspoon ground star anise, 0.5 teaspoon cayenne pepper, 3 minced garlic cloves, 1 teaspoon salt, and 0.5 teaspoon black pepper to the mashed ful medames, then mix thoroughly to combine all ingredients.

3. 3

   Take approximately 2 tablespoons of the mixture for each fritter and gently form it into small, flat patties, ensuring they hold together well.

4. 4

   Heat 4 cups of vegetable oil in a deep pot or Dutch oven over medium-high heat until it reaches 350°F (175°C), or until a small piece of mixture sizzles immediately upon contact.

5. 5

   Carefully lower a few of the formed ful medames fritters into the hot oil, ensuring not to overcrowd the pot, and deep-fry them for 3-4 minutes per side until they turn golden brown and crisp.

6. 6

   Remove the deep-fried fritters from the oil with a slotted spoon and place them on a plate lined with paper towels to drain any excess oil.

7. 7

   Serve the hot Spiced Ful Medames Fritters with Star Anise immediately as an appetizer or a side dish.