Jul 14 2026
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Side Of Falafel 4 Pieces Recipe

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Time30m
Serves4

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Ingredients

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Falafel Ingredients

Method

Cooking Instructions

  1. 1

    Soak the Chickpeas

    Soak the dried chickpeas in plenty of water for at least 8 hours or overnight.

  2. 2

    Prepare the Falafel Mixture

    Drain and rinse the soaked chickpeas, then place them in a food processor along with parsley, cilantro, onion, garlic, cumin, coriander, baking powder, salt, and black pepper. Pulse until a coarse mixture forms.

  3. 3

    Form the Falafel Balls

    Transfer the mixture to a bowl and add flour. Mix well and shape into small balls or patties (about 1-1.5 inches in diameter).

  4. 4

    Heat the Oil

    Heat oil in a deep frying pan over medium-high heat.

  5. 5

    Fry the Falafel

    Once the oil is hot, carefully add the falafel balls in batches. Fry until golden brown and crispy, about 3-4 minutes on each side. Remove and drain on paper towels.

  6. 6

    Serve

    Serve warm as a side dish with your favorite dipping sauce or salad.

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