Power Falafel

Directions

• Toppings: tahini sauce and chopped vegetables such as tomatoes, cucumbers, radishes and sprouts.

In a food processor or food mill, combine the chick peas and garlic.

Process until smooth.

Add egg and process to mix.

Transfer to a medium bowl and stir in parsley, onions, tahini, breadcrumbs, cumin, basil, marjoram, thyme, pepper and salt.

Shape mixture into 8 patties each about ¼ inch thick.

In a large, heavy skillet, heat oil on medium-high heat; add patties and cook for 5 to 7 minutes per side or until golden brown.

Or the mixture can be placed in an ovenproof dish and baked following Biotrain directions above.

To serve, cut pitas in halves.

Tuck a patty or dollop of the baked mixture into each pita “pocket.

" Pass bowls of topping to complete sandwiches as desired.