1 c. dried garbanzo beans
Water
3 green onions
1/2 c. parsley sprigs
4 garlic cloves
1 egg
1 tsp. ground cumin
1/2 tsp. baking soda
Salt and pepper to taste
Oil for frying
Sesame seeds

Sort and rinse beans. Soak them overnight, covered in water. Drain. Place beans in food processor. Add onion, parsley, garlic, egg, cumin, baking soda, salt and pepper. Process until almost smooth. Let stand 15 minutes. Refrigerate to chill. Pour oil 1 inch deep in large skillet. Heat to 370 degrees. Moisten your hands and pinch off 3/4 inch pieces. Shape into small balls. Roll in sesame seed. Fry in hot oil until browned on all sides, about 2 minutes. Serve with wooden picks. Makes 24 balls.