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Couscous Cakes
Ingredients
- 3/4 cup couscous
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh herbs; thyme, oregano, parsley
- 1/2 can chickpeas drained and rinsed
- 2 eggs
- Sprinkle of salt and pepper when making the patties.
- 3 tablespoons oil for sautéing
Foodie Byte: Serve with Dandelion, Apple, Fennel and Bacon Salad
Preparation
- In a medium bowl with a tight fitting cover combine couscous, salt and 1 cup boiling water.
- Cover and let sit for 5 minutes then uncover and fluff with a fork.
- Puree the herbs and chickpeas, salt and pepper until semi smooth.
- Mix the puree into the couscous along with the beaten eggs.
- Form into patties and gently place into heated frying pan and cook until crisp and browned; 4-5 minutes.
- Turn patties over and sauté until browned.