Falafel

Steps

1. In a large pan, heat 2 tablespoons of sunflower oil and sauté 1 chopped onion and 1 crushed garlic clove over low heat for about 5 minutes until softened. Transfer this mixture to a large bowl.
2. Add 400g of chickpeas, 1 teaspoon of ground cumin, and 1 teaspoon of ground coriander to the bowl. Mash everything together using a fork or potato masher until the chickpeas are fully broken down.
3. Stir in a handful of parsley (or dried herbs if preferred) and season with salt and pepper to taste. Mix in 1 beaten egg and combine the ingredients well using your hands.
4. Shape the mixture into 6 balls and then flatten them into patties.
5. Heat the remaining oil in the pan and fry the falafel patties on medium heat for about 3 minutes on each side, or until they are golden brown and firm.
6. Serve the falafels warm or cold alongside couscous, pitta bread, or a fresh salad.