Savor the crispy, herb-infused goodness of falafel, a Middle Eastern delicacy bursting with flavor and texture.Indulge in the wholesome delight of this recipe, crafted from soaked chickpeas, fresh herbs, and fragrant spices.
Ingredients :
- 1 ½ cups dried chickpeas (soaked overnight)
- 1 small onion, roughly chopped
- 3-4 garlic cloves
- 1 cup fresh parsley leaves
- 1 cup fresh cilantro leaves
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon ground coriander
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour or chickpea flour
- Salt, to taste
- Black pepper, to taste
- Vegetable oil, for frying
Instructions :
- Soak the dried chickpeas in water overnight. The chickpeas should double in size after soaking.
- Drain the soaked chickpeas and rinse them thoroughly in cold water.
- In a food processor, add the soaked chickpeas, chopped onion, garlic cloves, parsley, cilantro, ground cumin, ground coriander, baking soda, flour, salt, and black pepper.
- Pulse the ingredients until you get a coarse and crumbly mixture. Avoid overprocessing; you want the falafel mixture to have some texture.
- Transfer the falafel mixture to a bowl, cover it, and refrigerate for at least 1 hour. Chilling the mixture will make it easier to shape and help them hold their form during frying.
- After chilling, take the falafel mixture out of the refrigerator. Shape the mixture into small balls or patties, about 1 to 1 ½ inches in diameter.
- In a deep pan or skillet, pour vegetable oil to a depth of about 2 inches and heat it over medium-high heat.
- Once the oil is hot (about 350°F or 180°C), carefully add the falafel balls or patties in batches, being cautious not to overcrowd the pan.
- Fry the falafel until they are golden brown and crispy on the outside, which should take about 3-4 minutes per batch.
- Remove the fried falafel with a slotted spoon and place them on a plate lined with paper towels to drain excess oil.
- Serve the falafel while they are still warm. You can enjoy them in pita bread with your favorite toppings, such as tahini sauce, chopped tomatoes, cucumbers, lettuce, and pickles.
Falafel is also delicious on its own or served with a side of hummus and a fresh salad. Enjoy!
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