Falafell

Soak chickpeas and fava beans in water overnight

Start by draining the fava beans & chickpeas well, and grind in the food processor.

Next grind the cilantro, onion, garlic, & add to the ground mixture of chickpeas & fava beans.

Add all the spices and baking powder, and mix the very well.

10 minutes prior to frying falafel add the baking soda, and mix well.

Using a special falafel mold start scooping the falafel mix into appropriate size tablets as needed

Meanwhile in a large skillet, heat a sufficient amount of vegetable oil for deep frying.

Then start immersing the falafel scoops in the hot oil.

Flip over a couple of times until both sides are golden brown and crunchy on the outside.

Remove from oil and place in a strainer to remove any excess oil.

Falafel is served hot with tahini sauce, tomato slices, and pickles.

By: Tala Odaymat