فلافل or طعمية or פלאפל

Its falafel, no matter what language you choose. I've never been able to determine the origin of this spicy Garbanzo bean 'burger'; some say its Indian, some Jewish, others just claim its vaguely Middle Eastern. In any case, I have developed my own falafel, its origin is Texan.

JLO's Texas Falafel

1 15 oz can Garbanzo Beans, drained
1 Small Onion, chopped
1/2 C Parsley, chopped
3 Cloves Garlic, chopped
1 Egg White
2 t Cumin
2 t Coriander
1/2 t Chipolte (or cayenne)
1/2 Jalapeño, chopped
1 t Salt
1 t Smoked Paprika
1 t Lemon Juice
1 t Baking Powder
1 T Olive Oil
1/2-3/4 C Plain Bread Crumbs
Oil for frying.



1 In a food processor pulse the garbanzo until they are a thick paste. Remove to a large bowl.

2 Add onions, parsley and garlic to food processor and blend until smooth. Stir into garbanzos.

3 Add all other ingredients to the garbanzo mixture, using only the amount of bread crumbs necessary to make a mixture that will hold together.

4 Form 8 balls with the mixture, flatten them into patties.

5 Over medium-high heat, add enough oil to fry the patties. Fry until browned on both sides.

Bon Appetite, y'all.