Easy Falafel
Experience the joy of homemade falafel with this easy recipe that delivers crispy, golden chickpea patties bursting with fresh herbs and warm spices. Perfectly versatile, these delectable bites can be enjoyed in wraps, salads, or as a satisfying snack. Packed with plant-based protein and fiber, they make for a nutritious addition to any meal. Whether you’re hosting a gathering or simply craving something healthy, these falafels are sure to impress family and friends alike.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: Varies by method
- Total Time: 0 hours
- Yield: Approximately 12 servings 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking/Frying
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Ingredients
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- 2 cups dried chickpeas (soaked)
- 1 cup flat-leaf parsley
- ½ cup mint leaves (or cilantro)
- 1 onion
- 6 cloves garlic
- 2 teaspoons ground coriander
- 1½ teaspoons ground cumin
- 1½ teaspoons salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- ¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper (or red pepper flakes)
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- Olive oil for air frying or deep-frying
Instructions
- Soak the dried chickpeas in water for 24 to 48 hours. Drain and rinse.
- In a food processor, blend parsley, mint, onion, garlic, coriander, cumin, salt, black pepper, and cayenne until finely coarse.
- Add soaked chickpeas and baking powder; blend until just combined.
- Let the mixture rest for 30 minutes; then shape into small patties.
- For air frying: Preheat air fryer to 400°F (200°C), spray basket and falafel with olive oil. Cook for 12–15 minutes until golden.
- For oven-baking: Preheat oven to 350°F (180°C), brush patties with olive oil, and bake for about 30 minutes.
- For deep-frying: Heat oil to 340°F (170°C) and fry patties in small batches for about 3–4 minutes.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 patty (45g)
- Calories: 130
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
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