Falafel Tray Recipe
Fried chickpea fritters
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Ingredients
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Falafel Mixture
Serving Tray
Method
Falafel Preparation
- 1
Soak Chickpeas
Place the dried chickpeas in a bowl and cover with water. Soak overnight or for at least 8 hours.
- 2
Blend Ingredients
Drain and rinse the soaked chickpeas. In a food processor, combine the chickpeas, onion, garlic, parsley, cilantro, cumin, coriander, baking powder, salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes. Pulse until a coarse mixture forms, scraping down the sides as necessary.
- 3
Add Flour
Transfer the mixture to a mixing bowl and stir in the flour. Mix until well combined. If the mixture is too wet, add a bit more flour.
- 4
Chill Mixture
Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 1 hour.
Frying Falafel
- 5
Heat Oil
In a deep pot or frying pan, heat the vegetable oil over medium-high heat until it reaches 350°F (175°C).
- 6
Form Falafel Balls
Using your hands or a small scoop, form the chilled falafel mixture into small balls or patties, about 1.5 inches in diameter.
- 7
Fry Falafel
Carefully drop the falafel balls into the hot oil, a few at a time. Fry for about 3-4 minutes or until golden brown, turning occasionally for even cooking.
- 8
Drain Falafel
Using a slotted spoon, remove the fried falafel from the oil and transfer them to a plate lined with paper towels to drain excess oil.
Serving
- 9
Prepare Tray
On a serving tray, arrange the pita bread, a bowl of hummus, tahini sauce, and fresh vegetables.
- 10
Serve
Serve the hot falafel alongside the prepared tray, allowing everyone to assemble their own pita with the falafel and toppings.