Falafel Recipe

Falafel Directions

1. 1

   Prepare the Chickpeas

   Drain and rinse the canned chickpeas thoroughly, then pat them dry with a paper towel.

2. 2

   Make the Mixture

   In a food processor, combine the chickpeas, parsley, cilantro, onion, garlic, cumin, coriander, baking powder, salt, and pepper. Pulse until the mixture is coarsely blended but not pureed.

3. 3

   Add Flour

   Transfer the mixture to a bowl and stir in the flour until well combined. If the mixture is too wet, add a bit more flour.

4. 4

   Chill the Mixture

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

5. 5

   Form the Falafel Balls

   Once chilled, use your hands to form the mixture into balls or patties, about the size of a golf ball.

6. 6

   Heat the Oil

   In a deep frying pan, heat the vegetable oil over medium-high heat until it reaches 180°C (350°F).

7. 7

   Fry the Falafel

   Carefully place the falafel balls in the hot oil, frying them in batches until they are golden brown and crispy, about 3-4 minutes per side.

8. 8

   Drain and Serve

   Remove the falafel from the oil and drain on paper towels. Serve hot with tahini sauce.