Falafel New Recipe
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Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
Serving Suggestions
Method
Preparation
- 1
Soak the Chickpeas
Place the dried chickpeas in a large bowl, cover them with water, and soak for at least 8 hours or overnight.
- 2
Drain and Rinse
After soaking, drain and rinse the chickpeas under cold water to remove any dirt or impurities.
- 3
- 4
Add Flour
Transfer the mixture to a bowl and add flour. Mix until well combined. If the mixture is too wet, add a bit more flour until it is manageable.
- 5
Chill the Mixture
Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to help firm up the mixture.
Cooking
- 6
- 7
Form the Falafel Balls
Using your hands, form the chilled mixture into small balls or patties, about the size of a golf ball.
- 8
Fry the Falafel
Carefully add the falafel balls to the hot oil in batches, making sure not to overcrowd the pan. Fry for about 4-5 minutes on each side until golden brown.
- 9
Drain
Remove the falafel from the oil and place them on paper towels to drain excess oil.
Serving
- 10
Prepare Pita
Warm the pita bread in a skillet or oven for a few minutes.
- 11
Assemble the Dish
Place 2-3 falafel balls inside each pita, top with fresh vegetables, and drizzle with tahini sauce.
- 12
Serve
Serve immediately while hot, with extra tahini sauce on the side if desired.
