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Plate of homemade falafel served with fresh vegetables and sauce.

Falafel

Crispy, golden balls made from ground chickpeas, perfect for sandwiches, salads, or as appetizers, homemade falafel offers unmatched flavor and versatility.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 pieces
Course: Appetizer, Main Course
Cuisine: Middle Eastern
Calories: 180

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 cup dried chickpeas Soaked overnight
  • 1/2 medium onion, chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
  • 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • 1 teaspoon coriander
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Oil for frying Use oil with a high smoke point

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Soak the dried chickpeas in water overnight.
  2. Drain and rinse the chickpeas thoroughly.
  3. In a food processor, combine the chickpeas, onion, garlic, parsley, cilantro, cumin, coriander, baking powder, salt, and pepper. Pulse until a coarse mixture forms.
  4. Form the mixture into small balls or patties, about the size of a golf ball.
Cooking
  1. Heat oil in a frying pan over medium heat.
  2. Fry the falafel until golden brown and crispy on the outside, about 3-4 minutes per side.
  3. Drain on paper towels and serve warm.

Notes

Serve with tahini sauce or yogurt sauce, alongside pita bread and fresh vegetables. Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container for up to 3 days. For freezing, freeze uncooked falafel balls on a baking sheet then transfer to a zip-top bag.
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