Falafil Or Taamiyah(Lebanese; International) - cooking recipe

Ingredients

1 1/2 lb. fava beans, soaked in water for 18 hours, drained and finely ground with electric grinder
1 1/2 c. chickpeas, soaked in water for 19 hours, drained and finely ground with electric grinder
1 1/2 lb. finely chopped onions
4 c. finely chopped parsley
3 c. finely chopped fresh coriander
1 tsp. ground coriander
1 tsp. crushed garlic
1/4 tsp. cayenne
4 tsp. salt
1/2 tsp. flour
vegetable oil (for frying)

Preparation

Mix all ingredients very well and knead well. Let it stand, covered, for 2 1/2 hours. Let the oil get hot on high heat. Add a dash of baking soda to the falafil with tablespoon water. Mix well. Shape into small circles; pat with the palm of your hands, then fry in oil for 3 minutes on each side or until brown. Drain. Serve with pita bread, chopped parsley, pickles, tahini, chopped tomatoes.