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Homemade Falafel


  • Author: Dulcia
  • Total Time: 45min
  • Yield: 4 1x

Ingredients

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For the falafel:

1 Β½ cups dried chickpeas (not canned)
1 small onion, roughly chopped πŸ§…
2 cloves garlic, minced πŸ§„
1 cup fresh parsley leaves πŸƒ
1 cup fresh cilantro leaves πŸƒ
1 tsp ground cumin 🌿
1 tsp ground coriander 🌿
1 tsp salt πŸ§‚
½ tsp ground black pepper ⚫
¼ tsp cayenne pepper 🌢️
1 tsp baking powder 🧁
4 tbsp all-purpose flour 🌾
Vegetable oil for frying 🌻
For serving:

Pita bread πŸ₯™
Fresh vegetables (tomatoes, cucumbers, lettuce) πŸ₯’πŸ…πŸ₯¬
Tahini sauce or hummus 🌿


Instructions

1️⃣ Place dried chickpeas in a large bowl and cover with cold water. Soak overnight, then drain well. πŸŒ™πŸ’§

2️⃣ In a food processor, combine the soaked chickpeas, onion, garlic, parsley, cilantro, cumin, coriander, salt, black pepper, and cayenne pepper. Pulse until the mixture is coarse but holds together when formed into a ball. πŸ”„πŸŒΏ

3️⃣ Transfer the mixture to a bowl. Add baking powder and flour, stirring until well combined. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour. ❄️

4️⃣ Form the falafel mixture into small balls or patties using your hands. πŸ‘

5️⃣ Heat vegetable oil in a deep skillet or fryer to 350Β°F (175Β°C). Fry the falafel in batches until golden brown and crispy, about 3-4 minutes per side. πŸ₯˜πŸ”₯

6️⃣ Remove falafel from oil and drain on paper towels. 🧻

7️⃣ Serve falafel in pita bread with fresh vegetables and tahini sauce or hummus. Enjoy! πŸ₯™πŸŒΏ

  • Prep Time: 15min
  • Cook Time: 30min

Nutrition

  • Calories: 350 Kcal