TA'AMEYA (EGYPTIAN FALAFEL)

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Falafel, or ta'ameya as we call it in Egypt, is an all-time favorite street food. In most parts of the Middle East, falafel is made with ground chickpeas. However, in Egypt, we make it with dried fava beans. They are best served with pita bread, tomato, onions, and tahini sauce.

Provided by Gamila Salem

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     African     North African     Egyptian

Time 8h28m

Yield 10

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 cups dried split fava beans
1 red onion, quartered
½ cup fresh parsley
½ cup fresh cilantro
½ cup fresh dill
3 cloves garlic
1 ½ teaspoons ground coriander
1 ½ teaspoons salt
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 cup sesame seeds
vegetable oil for frying

Steps:

  • Place fava beans in large bowl and cover with several inches of water. Let soak, 8 hours to overnight. Drain.
  • Combine soaked fava beans, red onion, parsley, cilantro, dill, garlic, coriander, salt, and cumin in a food processor; process to a dough-like consistency.
  • Heat a skillet over medium heat. Add sesame seeds; cook, stirring occasionally, until toasted, about 5 minutes. Transfer to a large plate.
  • Shape fava bean mixture into balls. Roll in sesame seeds to coat.
  • Fill a large saucepan 1/4 full with oil; heat over medium heat. Fry fava bean balls in batches until golden brown, 3 to 5 minutes. Drain on paper towels.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 233.8 calories, Carbohydrate 22.8 g, Fat 12.2 g, Fiber 9.8 g, Protein 10.8 g, SaturatedFat 1.7 g, Sodium 359 mg, Sugar 2.3 g

Madeline Purl
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These were a great way to use up some leftover beans. They were delicious and satisfying.


Aryo Fleming
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I was really happy with how these turned out. They were crispy on the outside and soft and flavorful on the inside. I will definitely make them again.


Stephanie Enders
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These were so easy to make and they turned out beautifully. I served them with a side of tahini sauce and they were a hit.


Crystal Shift
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I love that these falafel are baked instead of fried. They're still crispy and delicious, but they're a lot healthier.


Moses Odoi
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These were a great hit at my party. Everyone loved them.


Siltanu Yirga (yonas)
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I'm so glad I tried this recipe. These falafel were amazing! I will definitely be making them again.


RaShEd KiNg
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These falafel were a great way to use up some leftover beans. They were delicious and satisfying.


Said Said
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I was really happy with how these turned out. They were crispy on the outside and soft and flavorful on the inside. I will definitely make them again.


Hera Alom
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These were so easy to make and they turned out beautifully. I served them with a side of tahini sauce and they were a hit.


Lawrence White
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I love that these falafel are baked instead of fried. They're still crispy and delicious, but they're a lot healthier.


Abdull Mon
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I've been making these for years and they're always a favorite. They're perfect for a party or a weeknight meal.


Nawal Ahmad
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I made these for my kids and they devoured them. They said they were the best falafel they've ever had.


Damien Duran
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These were a hit at my party! Everyone loved them.


Frank Diaz
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I was really impressed with how well these turned out. I've never made falafel before but I'm definitely going to make them again.


Abdul Mugis
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These falafel were a great way to use up some leftover beans. They were so tasty and satisfying.


Kathleen Nilan
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I'm not a vegetarian but I'm always looking for new and exciting meatless dishes. These fit the bill perfectly!


Noribel Martinez
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These were easy to make and turned out great! I used canned beans instead of dried and they still came out perfect.


Fun Mela
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I've never had falafel before but these were so good. I loved the combination of flavors and textures.


bipul Islam
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These falafel were amazing! They were crispy on the outside and soft and flavorful on the inside. I served them with tahini sauce and pita bread, and they were a hit!


6eii3 Iwiwi
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My family and I loved these! They were so delicious. I will definitely make them again.