Have a few bites of appetizers to prep you for the big meal. Hungry but don’t want anything too heavy? These snack and appetizer recipes are sure to satisfy you and keep the hunger pangs at bay. From healthy snacks to extravagant party appetizers, you’ll find anything light bite that suits your fancy right here!
Preparation: 15 minutes
Cooking: 20 minutes
Total: 35 minutes
Serves:4People
Ingredients
1 cup dried fava beans
1/2 cup fresh parsley, chopped
1/2 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
1 small onion, chopped
3 cloves of garlic
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon ground coriander
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Vegetable oil for frying
Instructions
1. Soak the dried fava beans in water overnight. Drain and rinse them.
2. In a food processor, combine the soaked fava beans, parsley, cilantro, onion, garlic, cumin, coriander, salt, and black pepper. Pulse until a coarse paste is formed.
3. Transfer the mixture to a bowl and refrigerate for 30 minutes.
4. Shape the falafel mixture into small patties or balls.
5. Heat vegetable oil in a deep pan over medium heat. Fry the falafel until golden brown, about 4-5 minutes per side.
6. Place the fried falafel on a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil.
7. Serve hot with tahini sauce, pita bread, and fresh vegetables.