Simple Falafels

There are so many wonderful, simple ethnic foods that being on a tight food budget shouldn't make you feel unsatisfied.  With this ever growing culture of processed foods we have long left the true sense of soulful cooking that enabled our ancestors to eat abundantly and healthy on just pennies.  This blog is donated to those who are on such a budget and making ends meet at their local food banks.  But, there are times we must venture out and buy food at the local grocery to complete our daily menus for those we love.  On these occasions, you must stop here and view the ever growing cookbook of delicious, low-cost items that adorn our tables.  Your one stop place to always have enjoyable, thrifty meals at your fingertips.

2 cup dried chick peas
1 medium onion
2 cloves crushed garlic
1 tsp. baking soda
1 tsp. coriander
1/2 tsp cumin
1 egg
1/2 cup finely chopped parsley
1/4 tsp. cayenne pepper
salt & pepper to taste
flour to bind
oil

Soak beans overnight.  Drain.  Cook until tender over medium/ low heat.  In a food processor or blender add remaining ingredients except flour and oil.  Pulse until all ingredients are smooth and processed.  Place in a bowl and add flour to just bind.  Let stand for 1/2 hour in refrigerator.  Make one inch balls with mixture and head in pan filled with 2 inches of oil  Cook a few balls at a time and let brown evenly on low/medium heat.  Allow to drain on paper towels.  Wrap with pita bread, lettuce, and tomatoes.  Usually served with Tahini Sauce.