Ta'ameya (Egyptian Fava Bean Falafel)

Ingredients

• 2 cups dried split fava beans, soaked overnight
• 1 onion, chopped
• 4 cloves garlic
• 1 cup fresh parsley, cilantro, and dill, chopped
• 1 tsp cumin
• 1 tsp coriander
• 1/2 tsp baking soda
• 2 tbsp sesame seeds
• Vegetable oil, for frying

Instructions

1. 1Drain the soaked fava beans and pulse in a food processor with onion, garlic, and herbs until finely ground but not pureed.
2. 2Mix in cumin, coriander, and salt; refrigerate the mixture for 30 minutes.
3. 3Just before frying, mix in baking soda.
4. 4Shape into small patties and press sesame seeds onto the outside.
5. 5Heat oil to 350°F and fry patties in batches 3-4 minutes until deep golden and crisp.
6. 6Drain on paper towels and serve hot in pita with tahini sauce and salad.

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