Crispy Fava Bean Tamiya
Golden, herb-flecked fava bean fritters—Egypt's street-food staple made in one skillet in under 20 minutes. Serve with tahini sauce and warm pita for a satisfying vegetarian dinner.
- Total time
- 18 min
- Servings
- 2
- Calories
- 320
- Protein
- 12g
Ingredients
- 1.5 cans (15 oz each) canned fava beans (or chickpeas), drained and rinsed
- 1 cup fresh parsley, roughly chopped
- ½ cup fresh cilantro, roughly chopped
- 3 tbsp all-purpose flour
- ¼ cup tahini (for serving)
- 3 tbsp neutral oil (for pan-frying)
Instructions
- 1
Pulse fava beans, parsley, cilantro, flour, 1 tsp salt, and 0.5 tsp black pepper in a food processor until chunky (not smooth).
- 2
Divide mixture into 8 patties, roughly 2 inches wide. Chill 5 minutes if time allows (improves structure).
- 3
Heat oil in a 10-inch skillet over medium-high until it shimmers, about 90 seconds.
- 4
Pan-fry patties 3 minutes per side without moving until edges turn golden brown and crispy.
- 5
Whisk tahini with 3 tbsp water, 1 tbsp lemon juice, 1 clove minced garlic, and salt to taste until pourable.
- 6
Serve tamiya warm with tahini sauce and warm pita or flatbread.
Tools you’ll need
- food processor
- 10-inch skillet
- spatula
- small bowl
- whisk
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