pinch ground cumin, coriander or paprika, mild chilli flakes, to taste
1 garlic clove, crushed by an adult or with a garlic press
squeeze lemon juice
300g/10½oz cooked, mashed vegetables such as carrot, squash, potato, sweet potato or parsnip
400g tin chickpeas or beans such as borlotti, kidney or butterbeans, drained and rinsed
1 tbsp tahini (optional)
freshly ground black pepper
1 tbsp sunflower, vegetable or olive oil
4 tbsp sesame seeds, breadcrumbs or crushed crackers (optional), for coating