Taameya

Egyptian Taameya Recipe for 4 People

Ingredients:

• 1 cup dried fava beans, soaked overnight
• 1 small onion, finely chopped
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
• 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon ground coriander
• 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
• Salt and pepper, to taste
• Vegetable oil for frying

Instructions:

1. Prepare the Fava Beans:
   • Rinse the soaked fava beans under cold water and drain well.
   • In a food processor, pulse the fava beans until coarsely ground.
2. Mix Ingredients:
   • In a large bowl, combine the ground fava beans with chopped onion, minced garlic, chopped parsley, chopped cilantro, ground cumin, ground coriander, baking powder, salt, and pepper. Mix well to combine.
3. Form Patties:
   • Take a small portion of the mixture and shape it into a small patty or ball. Repeat with the remaining mixture.
4. Fry the Taameya:
   • Heat vegetable oil in a deep frying pan over medium heat.
   • Carefully place the taameya patties into the hot oil and fry until golden brown and crispy on both sides, about 3-4 minutes per side. Make sure not to overcrowd the pan.
5. Drain and Serve:
   • Once cooked, remove the taameya from the oil and place them on a plate lined with paper towels to drain any excess oil.
6. Serve Warm:
   • Serve the taameya hot with pita bread, salad, and your favorite dipping sauce such as tahini or yogurt sauce.

Enjoy the delicious flavors of Egypt with this homemade Taameya recipe for 4 people!