Fried Pea and Mint Patty Sandwiches: Pea-lafels

Name: Fried Pea and Mint Patty Sandwiches: Pea-lafels
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/2 teaspoon fennel seeds; 1/4 teaspoon coriander seeds; 1 cup plain yogurt; 1/2 cup lightly packed fresh mint leaves, finely chopped, plus 3/4 cup whole leaves; Kosher salt; 1 cup frozen peas, thawed and drained; 1 cup frozen edamame, thawed and drained (if you can't find these, or don't like them, substitute with an extra cup of peas); 1 large shallot, peeled and roughly chopped; 1 clove garlic, peeled; 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil; Generous 1/4 cup chickpea flour (besan, available at Indian stores; regular flour is a fine substitute); Canola oil, for frying; 2 large pitas, halved; 2 large vine-ripened tomatoes, cut into large dice; 1 large English cucumber, sliced into 1/8-inch rounds

Servings: persons

1/2 teaspoon fennel seeds
1/4 teaspoon coriander seeds
1 cup plain yogurt
1/2 cup lightly packed fresh mint leaves, finely chopped, plus 3/4 cup whole leaves
Kosher salt
1 cup frozen peas, thawed and drained
1 cup frozen edamame, thawed and drained (if you can't find these, or don't like them, substitute with an extra cup of peas)
1 large shallot, peeled and roughly chopped
1 clove garlic, peeled
2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
Generous 1/4 cup chickpea flour (besan, available at Indian stores; regular flour is a fine substitute)
Canola oil, for frying
2 large pitas, halved
2 large vine-ripened tomatoes, cut into large dice
1 large English cucumber, sliced into 1/8-inch rounds

1
In a small skillet, toast the fennel and coriander seeds for a couple of minutes until they're fragrant and slightly darker, about 2 minutes.
2
Don't walk away from the pan!
3
They'll burn!
4
Remove from the pan and throw into a coffee/spice grinder.
5
Grind to a fine powder.
6
Meanwhile, make the yogurt sauce: Mix the yogurt with the 1/2 cup finely chopped mint leaves and a generous pinch of salt.
7
Chill in the fridge.
8
Throw the peas, edamame, ground spices, shallot, garlic, remaining whole mint leaves, olive oil, and salt into a food processor.
9
Whizz it up and puree until smooth.
10
It won't get completely smooth because of the edamame, but process until it is as smooth as possible.
11
Scrape into a big bowl and stir in the flour.
12
The mixture will still be pretty soft.
13
Not to worry!
14
Pour enough oil into a large cast iron skillet so that it's 1/4-inch deep.
15
Heat over medium heat until shimmering.
16
Meanwhile, with wet hands, shape the pea mixture into 12 small patties the size of a golf ball, and then gently drop into the oil.
17
Fry until the bottoms are dark caramel brown, about 2 minutes, and then carefully flip over.
18
Brown the other side, and then remove from the pan and drain on a paper towel-lined plate.
19
Serve warm in a pita bread pocket stuffed with the fresh veggies and a spoonful of the yogurt sauce.

164

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 15 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1/2 teaspoon fennel seeds, 1/4 teaspoon coriander seeds, 1 cup plain yogurt, 1/2 cup lightly packed fresh mint leaves, finely chopped, plus 3/4 cup whole leaves, and more.

Yes, Fried Pea and Mint Patty Sandwiches: Pea-lafels falls under the General category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!