Preparation
- oak the beans in water to cover overnight.Drain.
- If skinless beans are unavailable, rub to loosen the skins, then discard the skins.
- Pat the beans dry with a towel.
- Grind the beans in a food mill or meat grinder.If neither appliance is available, process them in a food processor but only until the beans form a paste. (If blended too smoothly, the batter tends to fall apart during cooking.) Add the scallions, garlic, cilantro, cumin, baking powder, cayenne, salt
- Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
- Shape the bean mixture into 1-inch balls.Flatten slightly and coat with flour.
- Heat at least 1½-inches of oil over medium heat to 365 degrees.
- Fry the patties in batches, turning once, until golden brown on all sides, about 5 minutes.Remove with a wire mesh skimmer or slotted spoon.
- Serve as part of a meze or in pita bread with tomato-cucumber salad and tahina sauce.
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