Tamiya

Instructions

1- oak the beans in water to cover overnight.

2- Drain.

3- If skinless beans are unavailable, rub to loosen the skins, then discard the skins.

4- Pat the beans dry with a towel.

5- Grind the beans in a food mill or meat grinder.

6- If neither appliance is available, process them in a food processor but only until the beans form a paste.

7- (If blended too smoothly, the batter tends to fall apart during cooking.

8- ) Add the scallions, garlic, cilantro, cumin, baking powder, cayenne, salt, pepper, and coriander, if using.

9- Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.

10- Shape the bean mixture into 1-inch balls.

11- Flatten slightly and coat with flour.

12- Heat at least 1½-inches of oil over medium heat to 365 degrees.

13- Fry the patties in batches, turning once, until golden brown on all sides, about 5 minutes.

14- Remove with a wire mesh skimmer or slotted spoon.

15- Serve as part of a meze or in pita bread with tomato-cucumber salad and tahina sauce.