Falafel Plate Recipe
Fried chickpea balls served with Pita, Tzatziki, tahini sauce, and choice of two sides.
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Ingredients
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Falafel and Sides
Method
Instructions
- 1
Prepare the Falafel Mixture
Drain and rinse the chickpeas. In a food processor, combine chickpeas, chopped onion, minced garlic, parsley, cumin, coriander, baking powder, salt, and pepper. Pulse until the mixture is coarse but combined.
- 2
Form the Falafel Balls
Transfer the mixture to a bowl. Add flour and mix until well incorporated. Shape the mixture into small balls or patties, about 1-2 inches in diameter.
- 3
Fry the Falafel
Heat vegetable oil in a deep frying pan over medium-high heat. Fry the falafel balls in batches until golden brown and crispy, about 4-5 minutes per side. Drain on paper towels.
- 4
Prepare the Plate
Warm the pita bread in the oven or on a skillet. Serve the fried falafel with pita, tzatziki, tahini sauce, and your choice of two sides.
