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Falafel Recipe

A delicious and crispy falafel recipe made with chickpeas, herbs, and spices, perfect for a healthy meal.
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Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Middle Eastern
Keyword: falafel, vegetarian, Middle Eastern, healthy recipe
Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Total Time: 50 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 350kcal

Ingredients

  • 1 cup dried chickpeas soaked overnight
  • 1 small onion chopped
  • 2-3 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

  • Drain soaked chickpeas and place them in a food processor.
  • Add chopped onion, garlic, parsley, and cilantro to the processor.
  • Blend until a coarse mixture forms; avoid pureeing.
  • Transfer the mixture to a bowl, then add cumin, coriander, baking powder, salt, and pepper.
  • Mix well and refrigerate for 1 hour to firm up.
  • Heat oil in a deep pan to 350°F (175°C).
  • Form the mixture into small balls or patties.
  • Fry falafels in batches until golden brown, about 4-5 minutes per side.
  • Drain on paper towels to remove excess oil.
  • Serve hot with tahini sauce or in pita bread.

Nutrition

Calories: 350kcal | Carbohydrates: 50g | Protein: 15g | Fat: 8g | Fiber: 10g