Fava Bean Falafel

1. 1

   Soak the dried fava beans in abundant water for 24 hours.

2. 2

   Drain well and put through a blender with the baking soda, chopped onion, cumin, hot pepper, parsley and lemon juice until it has the consistency of a coarse paste (not entirely smooth).

3. 3

   Let the mix sit for half an hour, then add salt to taste.

4. 4

   Form small, golf ball-sized balls out of the fava bean mixture and fry them in abundant oil for about five minutes each.

5. 5

   Drain on paper towels and serve hot.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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