Homemade Falafel

A healthy alternative to oh so yummy authentic falafel. It's great wrapped up in a pita with fresh veggies and yogurt sauce, on a bed of greens or served as and appetizer.

• Ready In: 20 mins
• Serves: 6
• Yields: 30 patties

Ingredients

• 1 (14 1/2ounce) can garbanzo beans, rinsed and drained
• 1  cup fresh parsley
• 1⁄2 cup onion, chopped
• 1⁄3 cup  plain breadcrumbs
• 1  large egg
• 2  garlic cloves
• 1  tablespoon lemon juice
• 1  teaspoon cumin
• 1  teaspoon  coriander
• 1⁄4 teaspoon salt
• 1  tablespoon olive oil

Directions

1. Place all ingredients in except olive oil in a food processor and process until a paste is formed.
2. Heat oil over med-high heat.
3. Drop paste by rounded tablespoon into heat oil and flatten. Fry until golden brown on both sides.