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Tamia are similar to falafel. An easy recipe for this great snack or mezze/appetizer that is probably as popular in the West as in the Middle East where it originated.

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1 can garbanzos/chickpeas

2-4 cloves garlic

1 onion

1 green bell pepper, chopped

1 tsp coriander seeds

2 tbsp cilantro/coriander, chopped

juice of 1/2 lemon

1 slice bread

2 tbsp flour

1 tsp sesame seeds + 1 tbsp sesame seeds

1 tsp baking powder

oil

salt and pepper

1 Drain the garbanzos/chickpeas and put them in a blender with the garlic, onion, bell pepper, coriander seeds and cilantro/coriander.

2 Pour the lemon juice on a plate and soak the bread in it; then squeeze out any excess liquid. Crumble the bread into the mixture.

3 Stir or blend again, then add flour, the teaspoon of sesame seeds, salt and pepper. Set aside for 10 minutes.

4 When ready, add the baking powder and mix it in well. Adjust the flavoring and seasoning to taste.

5 Take up small amounts and shape with your hands into flattish rounds. Scatter the remaining tablespoon of sesame seeds on the patties and then fry these for 2-3 minutes on each side until lightly browned. Serve with pita bread, salad and yogurt.