VEGETABLE MUFFINS

Makes 12 muffins

5 large carrots, peeled

A little oil

1 medium onion, chopped

1½ tsp. salt

½ bunch parsley, chopped finely

10 stalks of coriander, chopped

2 Tbsp. sunflower seeds

1 slice of bread soaked in water and then squeezed 3 large eggs (vegans can substitute 3 Tbsp. raw tehina) ½ tsp. black pepper

½ tsp. turmeric

2 tsp. lemon juice

For garnish:

½ cup pumpkin seeds

Place the carrots in a pot, pour water to cover and boil over medium flame for 30 minutes until they’ve softened. Drain the carrots and mash them with a fork.

Heat a little oil in a pan and fry the carrots and onion for a few minutes until they’ve turned golden. Sprinkle with a little salt and transfer to a large bowl.

Add the parsley, coriander, sunflower seeds and bread. Stir. Add the eggs, spices and the rest of the salt and mix well. Grease the muffin tin well with oil or oil spray. Add the paper cupcake holders. Spoon in the mixture so that each muffin holder is ¾ full.

Bake in an oven that was preheated to 180° for 40 to 45 minutes until muffins are nice and firm. Stick a toothpick in the middle to see if cooked. If it comes out dry, the muffins are ready.

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