Ta'miyya

1. 1

   Soak fava beans in water to cover generously overnight.

2. 2

   The next day, drain the beans and place in a food processor with garlic clove and puree until ground.

3. 3

   Add parsley; the green tops of the scallions; the ground cumin; the baking powder; the salt; and the fresh cilantro.

4. 4

   Pulse and process until thoroughly ground and the mixture comes together.

5. 5

   Turn out into a bowl, with your hands, and form into 2-inch balls.

6. 6

   Flatten each ball slightly and roll in toasted sesame seeds.

7. 7

   Place on a pan, cover, and refrigerate until you are ready to fry.

8. 8

   Heat 2 inches of vegetable oil in a saucepan to 365 degrees.

9. 9

   Drop a few ta'miyya into the oil and fry until golden brown, 5 to 8 minutes.

10. 10

    Drain on paper towls and serve with tehina as an appetizer.

11. 11

    Or stuff them with chopped lettuce and tehina into pita for lunch.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.