Jul 13 2026
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Falafel New Recipe

Inspired by Ali Baba
Time1h 30m
Serves4

Make Falafel New Recipe in just 1h 30m. Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.

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Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

Method

Preparation

  1. 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. 2

    Drain and Rinse

    After soaking, drain and rinse the chickpeas under cold water to remove any dirt or impurities.

  3. 3

    Prepare the Mixture

    In a food processor, combine the soaked chickpeas, parsley, cilantro, onion, garlic, cumin, coriander, baking powder, salt, and black pepper. Pulse the mixture until it is coarse but holds together when formed into a ball.

  4. 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. 5

    Chill the Mixture

    Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to help firm up the mixture.

Cooking

  1. 6

    Heat the Oil

    In a deep pan or skillet, heat the oil over medium-high heat until it reaches 350°F (175°C).

  2. 7

    Form the Falafel Balls

    Using your hands, form the chilled mixture into small balls or patties, about the size of a golf ball.

  3. 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.

  4. 9

    Drain

    Remove the falafel from the oil and place them on paper towels to drain excess oil.

Serving

  1. 10

    Prepare Pita

    Warm the pita bread in a skillet or oven for a few minutes.

  2. 11

    Assemble the Dish

    Place 2-3 falafel balls inside each pita, top with fresh vegetables, and drizzle with tahini sauce.

  3. 12

    Serve

    Serve immediately while hot, with extra tahini sauce on the side if desired.

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