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Ingredients
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Falafel Ingredients
Tahini Sauce Ingredients
Method
Falafel Preparation
- 1
Rinse and Drain Chickpeas
Open the can of chickpeas, rinse them under cold water, and drain well.
- 2
- 3
Add Spices and Flour
Add the ground cumin, ground coriander, baking powder, salt, black pepper, and flour to the food processor. Pulse until everything is well combined and forms a thick paste.
- 4
Chill the Mixture
Transfer the mixture to a bowl, cover, and refrigerate for about 30 minutes to firm up.
- 5
Shape the Falafel
After chilling, take small portions of the mixture and shape them into balls or patties, about 1.5 inches in diameter.
- 6
Fry the Falafel
In a large skillet, heat vegetable oil over medium-high heat. Carefully add the falafel balls to the oil and fry until golden brown, about 4-5 minutes on each side. Remove and drain on paper towels.
Tahini Sauce Preparation
- 7
Combine Ingredients
In a bowl, whisk together the tahini, lemon juice, minced garlic, water, and salt until smooth. If the sauce is too thick, add more water, a tablespoon at a time, until the desired consistency is reached.
- 8
Serve
Serve the warm falafel with tahini sauce drizzled on top or on the side for dipping.