Egyptian Fava Bean Falafel (Ta'ameya)

Ingredients

• 1 cup Dried fava beans, soaked overnight
• 1/2 cup Fresh cilantro
• 1/2 cup Fresh parsley
• 2 stalks Green onions
• 4 cloves Garlic
• 1 tsp Ground cumin
• 1 tsp Ground coriander
• 1 tsp Baking powder
• 1 tsp Salt
• 2 cups Vegetable oil, for frying

Original measure retained: its cup/spoon or fluid-volume standard is unspecified.

Instructions

1. 1Drain and rinse the soaked fava beans.
2. 2In a food processor, combine the fava beans, cilantro, parsley, green onions, garlic, cumin, coriander, baking powder, and salt.
3. 3Process until a coarse paste forms. Do not over-process.
4. 4Heat vegetable oil in a deep fryer or large pot to 175°C.
5. 5Shape the falafel mixture into small patties or balls.
6. 6Carefully drop the falafel into the hot oil and fry for 3-4 minutes, or until golden brown and crispy.
7. 7Remove the falafel from the oil and drain on paper towels.
8. 8Serve hot with tahini sauce or in a gluten-free wrap with your favorite toppings.

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