Soak chickpeas for 24 hours in 1/2 tsp. baking soda per cup; drain and rinse.
Place in a food processor or strong blender and chop well.
Add all remaining ingredients except HTB and oil.
Process until well blended but somewhat coarse.
Swap the mixture to a bowl and blend in remaining ingredients.
Refrigerate for two hours or overnight.
Dampen hands and mold into patties, fritters, etc.
Let stand for 20 minutes.
Fry in the oil until golden or bake in preheated 350 oven for 20-30 minutes to taste after basting with olive oil and herbs. You can also use an air fryer.
Pat with paper towels to absorb excess oil if fried.
Serve with chili sauce, peppers, greens, tomato, tahini, vegan Ranch, hummus, lemons, preferred dips.
Refrigerate for a week or freeze up to six months.