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    Egyptian Ta'amiyas (Fava Bean Falafel)

    May 21, 2015 By Darlene at International Cuisine

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    a bunch of Egyptian fava bean falafels with all the fixins

    Egyptian ta'amiyas, a fava bean falafel are amazing.  Often times found as a street food, they can be served alone but usually are part of delicious sandwich. The falafel is tucked  into a pita with lettuce, tomato, cucumber and yes of course tahina.  Egyptian Ta'amiyas are easy to make and well worth it, a beautiful vegetarian sandwich,  delicious!

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    Egypt Ta'amiyas (Fava Bean Falafel)

    Beans need to soak overnight so plan ahead, a lovely vegetarian meal!
    Course Appetizer
    Cuisine Egypt
    Prep Time 8 hours 30 minutes
    Cook Time 10 minutes
    Total Time 8 hours 40 minutes
    Servings 16 pieces
    Calories 60kcal
    Author International Cuisine

    Ingredients

    • 1/2 lb. dried fava beans
    • 1/2 onion
    • 1 scallions
    • 1/4 bunch fresh dill
    • 1/2 bunch parsley
    • 1/2 bunch cilantro
    • 3 cloves of garlic
    • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
    • 1 teaspoon salt
    • 1 Tablespoon ground cumin
    • 1/2 teaspoon ground coriander
    • 1 tablespoon flour or more if necessary
    • 1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper optional
    • 2 Tablespoons sesame seeds
    • Neutral oil for frying

    Instructions

    • Soak the dried fava beans overnight (or at least for 8 hours) in a large bowl filled with water.
    • The next day, drain the fava beans and mix in food processor until smooth.
    • Transfer to a large bowl.
    • In the same food processor, combine the onion, garlic, parsley, cilantro and dill and scallions for ta’amiyas.
    • Pulse until you obtain a paste.
    • Add this mixture to the fava beans and mix with a spatula.
    • Add cumin, coriander, cayenne, salt, pepper and flour and mix well. If dough is too soft, add more flour, a teaspoon at a time, until firm enough to form balls.
    • Add baking soda just before frying. Mix well.
    • Heat a large pan with vegetable oil and bring to about 350 F.
    • Make small balls about the size of a ping pong ball.
    • For ta’amiyas, slightly press the balls on both sides and dip in the sesame seeds.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 60kcal | Carbohydrates: 10g | Protein: 4g | Fat: 1g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Sodium: 183mg | Potassium: 169mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 30IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 30mg | Iron: 1mg

     

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