garbanzo bean patties

Ingredients

• Servings: 12
• 1 (16 ounce) package dry chickpeas
• 1 onion, chopped
• 1 tablespoon dried thyme
• salt and pepper to taste
• 2 1/2 cups dry bread cubes
• 2 eggs, beaten
• 4 tablespoons vegetable oil

Recipe

Preparation Time: 15 mins Cook Time: 3 hrs 40 mins

Ready Time: 3 hrs 55 mins


• in a large pot cover the garbanzo beans with at least 12 cups water. cook over medium heat for 2 1/2 to 3 hours, or until tender. check occasionally, as you might need to add more water.
• working in small batches, in a blender, on either the chop or blend setting, process garbanzo beans. blend until the mixture is a paste. add onions, thyme, salt and pepper to the mixture; mix well. add bread cubes and egg; mix well.
• form the garbanzo bean mixture into patties.
• heat oil in a large skillet over medium heat. fry patties until each side is golden brown.