🇸🇸 South Sudanese Cuisine

Tamiya

Fava Bean Falafel

Prep Time 30 min

Servings 6

Difficulty Easy

Calories 250 kcal

Crispy fried patties of ground fava beans and herbs, golden on the outside and green-flecked inside, eaten as a popular South Sudanese street breakfast.

Ingredients

2 cups dried fava beans, soaked overnight
1 bunch fresh cilantro
1 bunch fresh parsley
1 onion, quartered
3 cloves garlic
1 tsp ground cumin
1 tsp ground coriander
Salt and pepper
Vegetable oil for frying

Instructions

1 Drain soaked beans and blend with herbs, onion, garlic, and spices until coarse.
2 Season with salt and pepper. Shape into small patties.
3 Heat oil to 180°C.
4 Fry patties until deep golden, about 4 minutes per side.
5 Drain on paper towels.
6 Serve hot with bread and salad.

Did You Know?

Tamiya vendors in Juba often develop cult followings — customers will walk across town for their favorite stall.