In a large skillet on medium/high heat, heat oil and saute onions for about 4 minutes. Add tomato sauce, spices and salt. Reduct heat to medium/low and allow mixture to cook 4 more minutes.
Add fava beans and carefully mash the beans withg a fork in the skillet.
Cover and allwo to cook for 5 more minutes.
Serve with pita bread. If desired, drizzle a little fresh lemon juice or olive oil over the top.
Also known as "Fooll Mudammes" - this is a common breakfast dish in the Middle East.
Mr Breakfast would like to thank CurtAndMary for this recipe.