Traditional Falafel
A delightful and crispy Middle Eastern delicacy, falafel is a vegan-friendly dish made from ground chickpeas and a blend of aromatic spices. Perfect for appetizers or a main dish, falafel is both nutritious and packed with flavor.
Prep time: 30 minutesCook time: 10 minutesServes: 4
Ingredients
2 cups dried chickpeas
1 small onion, finely chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced
1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
1 tsp ground cumin
1 tsp ground coriander
1/4 tsp cayenne pepper
1 tsp salt
1/2 tsp baking powder
4 tbsp all-purpose flour
Vegetable oil, for frying
Instructions
1. Soak the chickpeas in cold water overnight.
2. Drain and rinse the chickpeas thoroughly.
3. In a food processor, combine chickpeas, onion, garlic, parsley, and cilantro. Pulse until coarse.
4. Add cumin, coriander, cayenne pepper, salt, baking powder, and flour. Process until mixture is well combined but not pureed.
5. Shape the mixture into small balls or patties.
6. Heat vegetable oil in a deep frying pan over medium heat.
7. Fry the falafel balls in batches until golden brown and crispy.
8. Remove and drain on paper towels.
9. Serve warm.
Storage
Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
Reheating
Reheat in an oven at 350°F for 10 minutes until heated through.
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This recipe is for informational purposes only. Always follow proper food safety practices, cook foods to safe internal temperatures, and store leftovers appropriately. Results may vary.
