Description
Crispy homemade falafel with a crunchy exterior and tender interior, packed with protein and flavor – a delightful treat from the Middle East.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup dried chickpeas
- 1 small onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- 1 tsp cumin
- 1 tsp coriander
- 1/2 tsp baking powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Oil for frying
Instructions
- Soak the chickpeas in water overnight. Drain well before using.
- In a food processor, combine the soaked chickpeas, onion, garlic, parsley, cilantro, cumin, coriander, baking powder, salt, and pepper. Pulse until a coarse mixture forms.
- Shape the mixture into small balls or patties.
- Heat oil in a frying pan over medium heat. Fry the falafel for about 3-4 minutes on each side until golden and crispy. Drain on paper towels.
Notes
Serve warm with tahini sauce, fresh salad, pita bread, or yogurt. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days, or freeze uncooked falafel balls for up to a month.
- Prep Time: 755 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Middle Eastern
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 0mg