Authentic Egyptian Falafel

Name: Authentic Egyptian Falafel
Ingredients: 2 pound split, peeled fava beans (available in Middle Eastern and South Asian grocery stores, or on Amazon); 1 bunch cilantro, washed and spun dry; 1 bunch Italian flat leaf parsley, stems removed, washed and spun dry; 4 scallions, washed and patted dry (optional); 3 medium onions, peeled and quartered; 8 garlic cloves, peeled; 3 cup fresh falafel mix (see above); 4 cup vegetable oil, for frying; 1 teaspoon salt (or taste); 1/2 teaspoon black pepper; 2 teaspoon ground coriander (coarse, if possible); 1 teaspoon ground cumin; 1/4 teaspoon red chili powder (optional); 1/4 cup plain breadcrumbs (optional, if needed to firm up falafel mix); 1 teaspoon sesame seeds; 1/2 teaspoon baking powder