Falafel Per Piece Recipe

Cooking Directions

1. 1

   Soak the Beans

   Rinse the dried garbanzo beans and soak them in water overnight or for at least 8 hours. Drain and rinse before using.

2. 2

   Prepare the Mixture

   In a food processor, combine the soaked garbanzo beans, parsley, onion, garlic, cumin, coriander, baking powder, salt, and black pepper. Pulse until a coarse mixture forms, but be careful not to over-process. It should hold together when formed into a ball.

3. 3

   Shape the Falafel

   Using your hands, shape the mixture into small balls or patties, about the size of a golf ball.

4. 4

   Heat the Oil

   In a deep skillet or frying pan, heat the olive oil over medium heat until it reaches 350°F (175°C). You can test this by dropping a small piece of the mixture into the oil; if it sizzles, the oil is ready.

5. 5

   Fry the Falafel

   Carefully place the falafel balls into the hot oil, making sure not to overcrowd the pan. Fry them for about 3-4 minutes on each side, or until they are golden brown and crispy. Remove and drain on paper towels.

6. 6

   Serve

   Serve the falafel warm with tahini sauce, salad, or your favorite dipping sauce.