Falafel Recipe: Crispy and Flavorful
Crispy Falafel with fresh herbs and spices.
Ingredients
- 1 cup dried chickpeas soaked overnight
- ½ cup fresh parsley chopped
- ¼ cup fresh cilantro chopped
- 1 small onion chopped
- 3 cloves garlic
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- 1 tsp ground coriander
- ½ tsp baking powder
- ½ tsp kosher salt
- ¼ tsp black pepper
- ¼ tsp cayenne pepper optional
- 2 tbsp all-purpose flour
- Vegetable oil for frying
- Optional: Parsley tahini sauce
- Suggested Pairings: Pita bread mint tea
Instructions
- Soak chickpeas for 12-24 hours; drain.
- Process chickpeas, herbs, onion, garlic, spices, baking powder, and flour.
- Shape into 24 balls.
- Fry in 350°F oil for 2-3 minutes per side; drain.
- Serve on a white ceramic platter with parsley, tahini, pita, and tea.
Notes
- Use dried chickpeas, not canned.
- Store in the fridge for 3-4 days; freeze uncooked for 2 months.
- Try a baked variation.
- Pair with cucumber salad.