Dozen Of Falafel Recipe
Make Dozen Of Falafel Recipe in just 2h . Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.
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Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients
Fresh Ingredients
For Frying
Method
Preparation of Chickpeas
- 1
Soak the Chickpeas
In a large bowl, add the dried chickpeas and cover them with water. Allow them to soak overnight for at least 8 hours.
- 2
Drain and Rinse
After soaking, drain the chickpeas and rinse them thoroughly under cold water.
Mixing the Ingredients
- 3
- 4
Blend to a Paste
Pulse the mixture until it forms a coarse paste. Avoid over-blending to maintain some texture.
- 5
Chill the Mixture
Transfer the mixture to a bowl, cover it with plastic wrap, and refrigerate for at least 1 hour.
Frying the Falafel
- 6
Heat the Oil
In a deep frying pan, heat the vegetable oil over medium-high heat until it reaches 350°F (175°C).
- 7
Shape the Falafel
Using your hands, form the chilled mixture into small balls or patties, about 1-1.5 inches in diameter.
- 8
Fry the Falafel
Carefully drop the falafel balls into the hot oil, frying in batches to avoid overcrowding. Fry for 3-4 minutes, or until golden brown and crispy.
- 9
Drain Excess Oil
Once fried, remove the falafel using a slotted spoon and place them on paper towels to drain excess oil.
Serving
- 10
Serve
Serve the falafel warm with tahini sauce, pita bread, and fresh vegetables as desired.
