Puree the chickpeas, shallots, potato and garlic in a food processor to a coarse paste.

Add the olive oil, and eggs and blend until smooth.

Add cumin, harissa, salt, pepper, flour and baking powder and pulse to blend well. My mixture was very smooth. Pour batter into a large 4 cup measuring cup.

Heat 6 T oil in a large skillet over medium high heat until hot, but not smoking. Pour the batter by heaping tablespoonfuls into the hot oil. These will need to fry on both sides and I found it easiest to flip them when steam bubbles started to appear. (Just like pancakes) Make sure the underside is brown and crisp before flipping. Drain on paper towels. If necessary add more oil as needed, but allow the oil to heat before frying more pancakes.