I’m a big fan of freshly made falafel (the traditional chickpea base found in Turkey and much of the middle east). I recently tried an Egyptian version with broadbands aka fava beans, and my, this is quite something! Not only is it simple to make and tastes great, but the vibrant green from the beans makes your plate look instantly healthier.
If you’re not able to get hold of fresh broad beans, supermarket owned frozen is just as good.
What you’ll need!
•500g split fava beans (case/ husk removed)
•Fresh Parsley (large bunch/ 200 grams)
•Fresh Mint (around 30 grams/ small pack)
•Fresh Dill (20-30 grams/ small bunch)
•Fresh Coriander
•1 onion (finely chopped)
•1cm² fresh ginger
•6 garlic cloves (more or less depending on preference)
• Toasted cumin and coriander seeds (roughly 1 teaspoon)
•1 egg or 2 table spoons soaked chai seeds for vegans
•Salt to taste (1 teaspoon – more of less depending on preference)
•Crushed pistachio nuts (around 100 grams)
You can alter the ingredients depending on taste.
Method:
• Blend all together to desired consistency
• Make small ball and squash down on palm of hand
• Using vegetable or olive oil, shallow fry falafel for approximately 6-10 minutes (turning them over a couple of times until brown on the outside)
Time (mainly prep)
• 30 mins Removing case of fava beans
• 5-10 mins chopping herbs
• 15 mins frying
Serve fresh in pita bread or a bed of green salad and enjoy 😉
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