Ingredients

1 pound zucchini (3 medium)

2 garlic cloves

1/2 cup packed flat-leaf parsley leaves

1/2 cup packed cilantro sprigs

1 cup rinsed and drained canned chickpeas

3/4 teaspoon ground cumin

1/2 teaspoon ground coriander

1/2 cup plain fine dry bread crumbs

About 4 cups vegetable oil for frying

For bulgar:

• 1 medium onion, chopped
• 2 garlic cloves, finely chopped
• 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
• 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 2 1/4 cups bulgur
• 1 pound medium beets with greens, beets peeled and diced (1/4 inch), stems discarded, and greens coarsely chopped
• 4 cups water
• 1/3 cup slivered almonds, toasted

For sauce:

• 1 cup plain yogurt (preferably Greek)
• 1 teaspooon minced garlic
• 2 tablespoons chopped cilantro

Description

For A Substantial Vegetarian Spin On Köfte(a Kind Of Middle Eastern Meatball), We Beefed Up Grated Zucchini With Fresh Herbs And Mashed...

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