Authentic Egyptian Tamiya Recipe - Vegetarian Delight
Authentic Egyptian Vegetarian recipe — Tamiya. Imported from TheMealDB.
4
servings
Medium
Difficulty
Ingredients
- 1 cup fava beans (dried, soaked overnight)
- 1 small onion (finely chopped)
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 cup fresh parsley (chopped)
- 1 cup fresh cilantro (chopped)
- 1 teaspoon cumin (ground)
- 1 teaspoon coriander (ground)
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 cup flour (for binding)
- to taste salt
- to taste pepper
- oil for frying
Instructions
6 steps
Prepare the Fava Beans
Soak fava beans overnight, then drain and rinse.
Ensure beans are well soaked for easier blending.Blend the Mixture
In a food processor, combine fava beans, onion, garlic, parsley, cilantro, cumin, coriander, baking powder, flour, salt, and pepper.
Blend until smooth but slightly chunky for texture.Shape the Tamiya
Form the mixture into small patties.
Wet your hands to prevent sticking.Heat the Oil
In a frying pan, heat oil over medium heat.
Test oil temperature by dropping a small amount of mixture; it should sizzle.Fry the Patties
Carefully place patties in the hot oil and fry until golden brown on both sides.
Do not overcrowd the pan to maintain temperature.Drain and Serve
Remove patties and drain on paper towels. Serve hot.
Pair with tahini sauce or fresh salad.
💡 Tips & Tricks
Storage & Reheating
Refrigerator
Up to 3 days in an airtight container
Freezer
Up to 2 months — thaw overnight in fridge
Reheat in a skillet or microwave until heated through.
What to Serve With
Complete your egyptian meal with these perfect pairings:
About This Dish
Authentic Egyptian Tamiya Recipe - Vegetarian Delight is a beloved dish from Egyptian cuisine.
Egyptian cuisine offers a rich tapestry of flavors and cooking traditions that reflect the culture and history of the region. This dish is a wonderful example of its distinctive culinary heritage.
This recipe is rated medium difficulty and uses 12 ingredients. Intermediate cooks will enjoy the balanced challenge.
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, but drain and rinse them before blending.
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Nutrition Facts
4 serving(s) per recipe
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Values are approximate and may vary based on ingredients used.
