Falafel Recipe

Falafel Preparation

1. 1

   Soak Chickpeas

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

2. 2

   Prepare the Mixture

   Drain and rinse the soaked chickpeas. In a food processor, combine the chickpeas, broad beans, onion, garlic, parsley, cilantro, cumin, coriander, baking powder, salt, and black pepper. Pulse until a coarse mixture forms, scraping down the sides as needed.

3. 3

   Form the Balls

   Using your hands, shape the mixture into small balls or patties, about 1.5 inches in diameter.

4. 4

   Heat the Oil

   In a deep skillet or pot, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat until it reaches 350°F (175°C).

5. 5

   Fry the Falafel

   Carefully drop the formed falafel balls into the hot oil, working in batches to avoid overcrowding. Fry for about 3-4 minutes on each side, or until golden brown and crispy.

6. 6

   Drain and Serve

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