Step 1

Grate the onion and the carrot. The grater attachment on a food processor does this job quickly and easily.

Step 2

In a large bowl add the onion, carrot and garlic and mix well.

Step 3

Add everything else except the water and stir together really well making sure all the spices are distributed well then add the water and stir again. You should have a really thick batter.

Step 4

At this stage leave it to sit for at least 10 minutes but longer is fine.

Step 5

If cooking in the oven preheat to 400 °F (200°C). Line a baking tray with parchment paper or a Silpat and drop the mixture in roughly ⅓ cup amounts then flatten them evenly to about ½ inch thick. Cook for 20-25 minutes flipping them at halfway through the cooking time.

Step 6

If cooking on a griddle or in a fry pan, heat over a medium heat, add a little oil if you don't have a greta non-stick pan, then add roughly ⅓ cup amounts, flattening them evenly to about ½ inch thick. Cook for 5 - 6 minutes each side or until golden brown. You can keep them warm in a low oven while you finish them all.