Ingredients
For the falafel:
1 Β½ cups dried chickpeas (not canned)
1 small onion, roughly chopped π§
2 cloves garlic, minced π§
1 cup fresh parsley leaves π
1 cup fresh cilantro leaves π
1 tsp ground cumin πΏ
1 tsp ground coriander πΏ
1 tsp salt π§
Β½ tsp ground black pepper β«
ΒΌ tsp cayenne pepper πΆοΈ
1 tsp baking powder π§
4 tbsp all-purpose flour πΎ
Vegetable oil for frying π»
For serving:
Pita bread π₯
Fresh vegetables (tomatoes, cucumbers, lettuce) π₯π
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Tahini sauce or hummus πΏ
Instructions
1οΈβ£ Place dried chickpeas in a large bowl and cover with cold water. Soak overnight, then drain well. ππ§
2οΈβ£ 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. ππΏ
3οΈβ£ Transfer the mixture to a bowl. Add baking powder and flour, stirring until well combined. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour. βοΈ
4οΈβ£ Form the falafel mixture into small balls or patties using your hands. π
5οΈβ£ 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. π₯π₯
6οΈβ£ Remove falafel from oil and drain on paper towels. π§»
7οΈβ£ Serve falafel in pita bread with fresh vegetables and tahini sauce or hummus. Enjoy! π₯πΏ
- Prep Time: 15min
- Cook Time: 30min
Nutrition
- Calories: 350 Kcal