Garlic Lemon Couscous Cakes

1. 1

   Combine water and salt in saucepan; bring to a boil. Add couscous; cover and remove from heat. Allow to stand for 5 minutes.

2. 2

   Coarsely chop the garlic in a food processor. Add the mint and pulse until finely chopped. Add the chickpeas and remaining teaspoon salt and pulse until coarsely chopped.

3. 3

   Uncover the couscous and fluff with a fork.

4. 4

   In a large bowl, combine couscous, chickpea mixture, eggs, and lemon zest, mixing until well combined. Press the couscous mixture into a 1/4 measuring cup, smooth the top, and invert the measuring cup to release the cake onto a tray. Repeat with the remaining couscous mixture to make 8-9 cakes.

5. 5

   Refrigerate for 10-15 minutes to allow the mixture to set.

6. 6

   Heat 1 1/2 tablespoons oil in a large skillet over medium heat until simmering.

7. 7

   Add about 5 of the couscous cakes to the skillet; use a spatula to lightly flatten to about 3/4-inch thickness.

8. 8

   Cook, flipping once, until the patties are crisp and golden brown on both sides, about 3-5 minutes per side. Transfer the cooked patties to a paper and keep warm. Add the remaining 1 1/2 tablespoons olive oil to the skillet and cook the remaining cakes the same way.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.