Falafel

Falafel

1 c dried chick peas (can sub for 2 c canned)

2-3 cloves garlic

1/2 c bread crumbs

1/4 c parsley

2 TB flour

1 tsp salt

1 tsp baking powder

1 1/2 tsp coriander

1 1/2 tsp cumin

1/2 tsp turmeric

1/2 tsp cayenne pepper

1 egg

Put chickpeas in large saucepan and cover with 2" water. Bring to boil, cover tightly, remove from heat and soak for 1-2 hours. Drain beans and rinse. Process beans breadcrumbs and garlic in food processor until beans are in small pieces. Do not over process. You want chunks. Add the rest of ingredients and mix well.  It will be dry and crumbly.  Add water if it's too dry to form balls, Form 1" balls, flatten slightly. Bake at 350 F for about 20 minutes or until browned or deep fry.  Serve with hummus and lemon rice or put in a pita with tomatoes, onion, cucumber, and hummus.