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Falafel

Crispy Falafel: Your New Favorite Homemade Delight

Discover the vibrant flavors of homemade falafel, a delicious and healthy snack option packed with plant-based protein.
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Prep Time 1 hour
Cook Time 30 minutes
Chilling Time 45 minutes
Total Time 2 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Snacks
Cuisine: Middle Eastern
Calories: 120
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Mixture
  • 1 cup Dried Chickpeas Soaked overnight
  • 1 medium Onion Chopped
  • 1 bunch Parsley Chopped
  • 1/2 bunch Cilantro Chopped, optional
  • 1 small Green Chile Pepper Serrano or Jalapeño, chopped
  • 2 cloves Garlic Minced
  • 2 teaspoons Cumin
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Adjust to taste
  • 1/2 teaspoon Cardamom
  • 1/2 teaspoon Black Pepper Freshly ground
  • 1 cup Chickpea Flour Can substitute with all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Soda Fresh
For Cooking
  • Oil as needed for Frying High smoke point oil like canola or sunflower

Equipment

  • Food Processor
  • Large bowl
  • Deep pot or fryer
  • Baking Sheet

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Authentic Crispy Falafel
  1. Soak 1 cup of dried chickpeas in cold water for 8-12 hours until fully swollen.
  2. Drain and rinse the chickpeas. Blend with onion, parsley, cilantro, garlic, green chile, cumin, and cardamom until coarse.
  3. Transfer the mixture to a bowl and fold in chickpea flour and baking soda. Refrigerate for 30-60 minutes.
  4. Shape the mixture into balls or patties.
  5. Fry in hot oil at 350°F (175°C) for 1-2 minutes per side, or bake at 425°F (220°C) for 25-30 minutes, flipping halfway.
  6. Drain excess oil on paper towels and serve warm with dipping sauces.

Nutrition

Serving: 1falafelCalories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 5gFat: 4gSaturated Fat: 0.5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gSodium: 200mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 4gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Refrigerate leftovers for up to 3 days and reheat in an oven for optimal crispiness.

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