Jul 14 2026

Falafel Recipe

Time45m
Serves4

Crispy chickpea patties served with tahini sauce.

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Ingredients

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Falafel Ingredients

Method

Falafel Directions

  1. 1

    Soak Chickpeas

    Place the dried chickpeas in a bowl and cover them with water. Soak for at least 8 hours or overnight.

  2. 2

    Prepare Falafel Mixture

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

  3. 3

    Form Patties

    Using your hands, form the mixture into small patties or balls, about the size of a golf ball. Place them on a plate.

  4. 4

    Heat Oil

    In a deep pan, heat oil over medium heat. Ensure the oil is hot enough for frying.

  5. 5

    Fry Falafel

    Carefully add the falafel patties to the hot oil, frying in batches to avoid overcrowding. Fry until golden brown and crispy, about 3-4 minutes per side.

  6. 6

    Drain and Serve

    Remove the falafel from the oil and drain on paper towels. Serve warm with tahini sauce.

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