Step 1

In a pot, add olive oil and the chopped onion and cook/saute for a few minutes.

Step 2

Once the onion has cooked you add in the garlic and let it cook till fragrant, add cumin and berbere.

Step 3

Then add in the tomatoes and let it cook further.

Step 4

Once the tomatoes start cooking, you can add in the fava beans. As the fava beans cook you can begin mashing them with the end of a mug.

Step 5

Let it simmer for a bit (~15-20 minutes).

Step 6

Add in the cilantro and more olive oil at the end.

Step 7

Serve with Pita Bread. Optional: yogurt/ labneh and diced fresh tomatoes, onions, and jalapenos.