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title: Ta'ameya (Egyptian Fava Bean Falafel)
servings: 6
prep time: 25 minutes
cook time: 15 minutes
source: https://mycibora.com/recipes/taameya
---

Gather @dried fava bean{300%g}, @fresh parsley{1%bunch}, @fresh cilantro{1%bunch}, @ground cumin{2%tsp} and @sesame seed{3%tbsp}.

Drain the soaked fava beans thoroughly.

Pulse the beans with the parsley, cilantro, @onion{1}, @garlic{4%clove} and cumin in a food processor into a coarse, herb-flecked green paste; scrape down the sides as needed.

Cover and rest the mixture in the fridge for 30 minutes to let the flavors settle. ~{30%minutes}

Just before frying, stir in a pinch of baking soda — it's what makes the fritters puff and lighten.

Heat the @sunflower oil{500%ml} in a deep skillet to 175°C (350°F).

Shape the mixture into small patties and press sesame seeds onto both faces.

Fry in batches, turning once, until deep brown and crisp, about 5 minutes a batch. ~{5%minutes}

Drain on paper towels and serve hot, while the crust still shatters.