My Favorite Falafel

INGREDIENTS

• Chopped tomato for garnish
• 2 tablespoons finely chopped fresh cilantro
• Tahina sauce
• 1/2-1 teaspoon dried hot red pepper
• Pita bread
• Diced green bell pepper for garnish
• 4-6 tablespoons flour
• 1/2 large onion, roughly chopped (about 1 cup)
• 1 teaspoon cumin
• 4 cloves of garlic
• 1 cup dried chickpeas
• Diced onion for garnish
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• Soybean or vegetable oil for frying
• 2 tablespoons finely chopped fresh parsley
• 1 teaspoon salt