World Flavors Cookbook

Tamiya (Sudanese Falafel)

Crispy deep-fried patties made from ground chickpeas or fava beans, highly seasoned with garlic and herbs.

Cuisine: Sudan

Ingredients

• 2 cups dried chickpeas, soaked
• 1 onion, 3 cloves garlic
• 1/2 cup fresh parsley and dill
• 1 tsp baking soda
• Cumin, coriander, salt
• Oil for frying

Instructions

1. Process chickpeas, aromatics, and herbs into a coarse paste.
2. Stir in spices and baking soda.
3. Form into small patties and deep fry until dark golden brown.
4. Serve hot in samoon bread with tahini.