SPICED PARSNIP AND COCONUT FALAFEL

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A different and slightly sweeter take on the original - just wonderful for canapes and nibbles. Serve with tahini cream sauce or houmous loosened with greek yoghurt. This started life as a Sophie Grigson recipe

Provided by lindseylcw

Categories     Coconut

Time 20m

Yield 12 balls, 12-14 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 lb parsnip, peeled
1 tablespoon toasted desiccated coconut
1 tablespoon Greek yogurt
1 ounce butter
1 large beaten egg
4 ounces fresh breadcrumbs
1 1/2 teaspoons curry powder
salt and pepper
vegetable oil (for frying)
1/4 cup sesame seeds

Steps:

  • Boil parsnips until tender.
  • Drain and mash well.
  • Mix with rest of ingredients except oil and sesame seeds.
  • Taste and season well.
  • Chill in fridge until firm (approx 2 hours).
  • Shape into small balls, coat with sesame seeds.
  • Fry for 2-3 mins each side until golden brown.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 108.7, Fat 4.6, SaturatedFat 1.8, Cholesterol 20.6, Sodium 97.6, Carbohydrate 14.7, Fiber 2.8, Sugar 2.6, Protein 2.8

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