Soak the couscous

• Place the couscous in a bowl and cover with hot water.
• Cover with a tea towel and place a plate on top, then let it steam.

Blend the chickpea mixture

• Add the chickpeas, red onion, garlic, paprika, parsley, black pepper, salt, the soaked couscous and a little soy sauce to a food processor.
• Pulse until everything is combined.

Shape and bake the meatballs

• Roll the chickpea mixture into balls and place them on a baking tray.
• Bake until golden and firm.

Make the fire sauce

• In a saucepan, combine the hot sauce, soy sauce, brown sugar, cornstarch and black pepper.
• Warm over medium heat, stirring, until the sauce thickens.

Coat the meatballs

• Add the baked meatballs to the sauce and toss to coat.
• Finish with chopped coriander and serve.