Falafel Recipe
Deep-fried chickpea balls served with tahini sauce.
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Ingredients
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Falafel Mixture
Tahini Sauce
Method
Preparing Falafel Mixture
- 1
Soak the Chickpeas
Place dried chickpeas in a bowl and cover with water. Let them soak overnight (8-12 hours).
- 2
- 3
Mix in Flour
Transfer the mixture to a bowl and stir in flour. Mix until combined. If the mixture is too wet, add more flour, one tablespoon at a time.
- 4
Chill the Mixture
Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 1 hour to allow flavors to meld.
Frying Falafel
- 5
Heat Oil
In a deep pot or fryer, heat vegetable oil to 350°F (175°C).
- 6
Form Balls
Using wet hands, form the chilled falafel mixture into balls or patties, about the size of a golf ball.
- 7
Fry the Falafel
Carefully drop the falafel balls into the hot oil, a few at a time. Fry until golden brown, about 3-4 minutes per side. Remove and drain on paper towels.
