Eggplant- Buckwheat Patties

I am normally not a big fan of buckwheat but, I have to admit, these

patties are pretty tasty and gluten free.

enjoy

Eggplant-Buckwheat Patties

1 medium organic eggplant, peeled and cubed (about 21/2 c.)
2 cloves organic garlic, minced
Juice from 1 small organic lemon and the rind grated
2 TB. organic extra virgin olive oil
1 organic onion, minced
2 c. organic buckwheat groats, cooked
2 TB. organic celery leaves, minced
1TB. organic parsley
3 TB. buckwheat flour
a little oil for cooking

Steam the eggplant until tender. Toss cooked eggplant with the garlic, lemon juice, rind and olive oil. Allow the eggplant to marinate for 1 hour. Place eggplant in the blender with the liquid and blend until smooth. Place the remaining ingredients in a bowl and mix. Stir the eggplant mixture. Form into 18 patties. Heat a small amount of oil and cook the patties until golden, turning over once. Serve hot. Makes 18 patties.