falafels

Serves: 6

Ingredients:
1 cup dried chickpeas (soaked, drained and ground)
1 cup green split pea (soaked, drained and ground)
2 large onions (finely chopped)
3 cloves of garlic (ground)
2 cloves ginger (ground)
3 tablespoons mint (chopped)
3 tablespoons coriander (chopped)
2 teaspoons coriander powder
2 teaspoons cumin and fennel powder
2 tablespoons chickpea flour
2 tablespoons chili flakes
salt
pepper
oil (for frying)

Method:
combine all ingredients in a food processor to create a thick paste. (don't add water)
form the mixture into small balls, fry in hot oil until golden brown (4 to 5 minutes).
place on a paper towel to drain.
alternative: baking: place the prepared balls on an oven tray and lightly brush with olive oil. bake at 150°c for 15 minutes or until golden brown.
alternative: air-frying: place the prepared balls in the air-fryer and lightly brush with olive oil. air-fry at 160°c for 10-15 minutes or until golden brown.
serve immediately.