Tamiya

• Broad Beans3 cups
• Spring Onions6
• Garlic Clove4
• Parsley1/4 cup
• Cumin2 tsp
• Baking Powder1 tsp
• Cayenne Pepper1/2 tsp
• FlourSpinkling
• Vegetable OilAs required

Instructions

1. 1

   oak the beans in water to cover overnight.Drain.

2. 2

   If skinless beans are unavailable, rub to loosen the skins, then discard the skins.

3. 3

   Pat the beans dry with a towel.

4. 4

   Grind the beans in a food mill or meat grinder.If neither appliance is available, process them in a food processor but only until the beans form a paste. (If blended too smoothly, the batter tends to fall apart during cooking.) Add the scallions, garlic, cilantro, cumin, baking powder, cayenne, salt, pepper, and coriander, if using.

5. 5

   Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.

6. 6

   Shape the bean mixture into 1-inch balls.Flatten slightly and coat with flour.

7. 7

   Heat at least 1½-inches of oil over medium heat to 365 degrees.

8. 8

   Fry the patties in batches, turning once, until golden brown on all sides, about 5 minutes.Remove with a wire mesh skimmer or slotted spoon.

9. 9

   Serve as part of a meze or in pita bread with tomato-cucumber salad and tahina sauce.