Jul 14 2026

Falafel Recipe

Time1h
Serves4

Fried veggie patties

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Ingredients

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Falafel Ingredients

Method

Falafel Preparation

  1. 1

    Soak Chickpeas

    Rinse and soak dried chickpeas in water overnight or for at least 8 hours.

  2. 2

    Blend Ingredients

    Drain the soaked chickpeas and place them in a food processor. Add parsley, cilantro, onion, garlic, cumin, coriander, baking powder, salt, and black pepper. Pulse until the mixture is coarse but well combined.

  3. 3

    Form Patties

    Transfer the mixture to a bowl. If too wet, add flour gradually until the mixture holds together. Shape the mixture into small patties or balls.

  4. 4

    Heat Oil

    In a deep pan, heat vegetable oil over medium-high heat until hot (around 350°F or 175°C).

  5. 5

    Fry Falafel

    Carefully drop patties into the hot oil, cooking in batches. Fry until golden brown on each side, about 3-4 minutes. Remove and drain on paper towels.

  6. 6

    Serve

    Serve hot with pita bread, tahini sauce, or your favorite dipping sauce.

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