CHICKPEA BALLS - REVITHOKEFTEDES

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Chickpea Balls - Revithokeftedes image

This traditional Greek dish is similar to falafel, but with less spice and flavored with cheese and is usually served as an appetizer. They are very easy to make with dry chickpeas, but canned may be substituted. Use a cheese grater to mash the tomato. Servings are approximate. Time needed for soaking the chickpeas not included. Found online and posted for ZWT 6, Greece.

Provided by Mami J

Categories     Beans

Time 35m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 lb chickpeas (dry)
2 medium onions, chopped
salt
pepper
parsley
dill
oregano
1 mashed tomatoes (optional)
1/2 cup breadcrumbs, plus more if needed
flour, for binding the mixture and for coating
1/4 cup crumbled feta cheese or 1/4 cup any grated cheese
1 -2 egg
oil (for frying)

Steps:

  • Soak the chick peas in water overnight.
  • Drain and mash with a mixer. Place in a bowl and add chopped onion, mashed tomato, breadcrumbs, finely chopped parsley and dill, oregano, salt and pepper.
  • Add cheese, beaten eggs and a little flour to bind. If mixture is too wet, add more breadcrumbs.
  • Mix well, form into small balls and coat in flour. Fry in hot oil until golden brown. Drain well on paper towels and serve warm.

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