Mediterranean Falafel Recipe
In this recipe, we'll show you how to make an authentic Mediterranean Falafel that's crispy on the outside, soft on the inside, and packed with flavors.
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Equipment
- Deep Fryer or Frying Pan
Ingredients
- 2 cups Dried Chickpeas Soaked Overnight
- 1 Onion Chopped
- 3 Garlic Cloves Minced
- 1/2 cup Fresh Parsley Chopped
- 1/2 cup Fresh Cilantro Chopped
- 1 tsp Cumin
- 1 tsp Coriander
- 1 tsp Salt
- 1/4 tsp Black Pepper
- 1/4 tsp Cayenne Pepper
- 1/4 cup All-Purpose Flour
- Vegetable Oil For Frying
For Serving:
Instructions
- Rinse the soaked chickpeas and add them to a food processor. Add the chopped onion, minced garlic, chopped parsley, chopped cilantro, cumin, coriander, salt, black pepper, and cayenne pepper. Pulse the mixture until it's well blended and has a coarse texture.
- Transfer the mixture to a mixing bowl and add the all-purpose flour. Mix well until the mixture can be formed into balls without falling apart.
- Using your hands, form the mixture into small balls (about 1.5 inches in diameter).
- In a deep fryer or frying pan, heat the vegetable oil to 350°F. Carefully add the falafel balls to the hot oil and fry for about 3-4 minutes, until golden brown.
- Once the falafel balls are cooked, transfer them to a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil.
- To serve, stuff the falafel balls into a pita bread with lettuce, tomatoes, cucumber, and tahini sauce.
Notes
Note: Falafel can also be served on a plate with a side of hummus, baba ghanoush, or tzatziki sauce. It's a versatile dish that can be customized with different toppings and sauces.
Slow Cooker Instructions:
Falafel is traditionally deep-fried, but it can also be baked or air-fried for a healthier option. To bake falafel in a slow cooker, preheat the oven to 375°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Form the chickpea mixture into balls, place them on the baking sheet, and brush with oil. Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until golden brown.
Nutrition
Serving: 4ballsCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 38gProtein: 11gFat: 13gSaturated Fat: 1.5gSodium: 680mgFiber: 10gSugar: 5g
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