Falafel

Falafel is a deep-fried ball made from ground chickpeas, herbs, and spices, served with pita or salad.

Ingredients

IngredientQty.Unit
Chickpeas (dried, soaked overnight)500Grams
Onion (medium, chopped)1Count
Garlic (minced)3Clove
Parsley (fresh, chopped)1Bunch
Cilantro (fresh, chopped)1Bunch
Cumin (ground)2Tsp
Coriander (ground)2Tsp
Baking Powder1Tsp
Salt1Tsp
Black Pepper (ground)0.5Tsp
Flour2Tbsp
Vegetable Oil (for frying)500Milliliters

Instructions

  1. Drain the soaked chickpeas and add them to a food processor.
  2. Add chopped onion, minced garlic, parsley, cilantro, cumin, coriander, baking powder, salt, and black pepper to the food processor.
  3. Process the mixture until it forms a coarse paste, scraping down the sides as needed.
  4. Transfer the mixture to a bowl and stir in the flour until well combined.
  5. Cover the bowl and refrigerate the mixture for at least 1 hour.
  6. Heat vegetable oil in a deep fryer or heavy-bottomed pot to 180 degrees Celsius.
  7. Shape the chickpea mixture into small balls or patties using your hands.
  8. Carefully drop the falafel into the hot oil and fry until golden brown, about 3-4 minutes per side.
  9. Remove the falafel with a slotted spoon and drain on paper towels.
  10. Serve warm with pita bread, salad, or tahini sauce.

Prep

  • Soak chickpeas in water overnight

Kitchen equipment

Food ProcessorDeep Fryer or Heavy-bottomed PotSlotted Spoon