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Falafel Recipe

Inspired by Mediterranean Exploration Company

Time1h

Serves6

6 pieces. tahina. green s’hug

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Ingredients

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Falafel Ingredients

1 cup Dried chickpeas

1 cup Fresh parsley, chopped

1 cup Fresh cilantro, chopped

1 medium Onion, chopped

3 cloves Garlic cloves, minced

1 tsp Ground cumin

1 tsp Ground coriander

1 tsp Baking powder

1 tsp Celtic sea salt

1/2 tsp black pepper

2 tbs Flour (all-purpose or chickpea flour)

2 cups Vegetable oil (for frying)

Tahina Sauce Ingredients

1/2 cup Tahini

2 tbs ReaLemon lemon juice

1 clove Garlic, minced

2 tbs Water

1/2 tsp Celtic sea salt

Green S’hug Ingredients

1/2 cup Fresh cilantro

1/2 cup Fresh parsley

2 to taste Green chili peppers

2 cloves Garlic

1 tbs ReaLemon lemon juice

2 tbs olive oil

Method

Falafel Preparation

1

Soak Chickpeas

Soak the dried chickpeas in water overnight. Drain and rinse before using.

2

Blend Ingredients

In a food processor, combine soaked chickpeas, parsley, cilantro, onion, garlic, cumin, coriander, baking powder, salt, and black pepper. Pulse until a coarse mixture forms.

3

Form Patties

Transfer the mixture to a bowl, add flour, and mix well. Form into small balls or patties.

4

Fry Falafel

Heat vegetable oil in a deep pan. Fry the falafel balls until golden brown on all sides. Drain on paper towels.

Tahina Sauce Preparation

5

Mix Ingredients

In a small bowl, whisk together tahini, lemon juice, minced garlic, water, and salt until smooth. Adjust consistency with more water if needed.

Green S’hug Preparation

6

Blend Ingredients

In a food processor, combine cilantro, parsley, green chili, garlic, lemon juice, and olive oil. Blend until smooth. Adjust seasoning to taste.