Recipe: Falafel II 🥙
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Total Time: 20 minutes
Servings: 8
Description:
Indulge in the exquisite flavors of Southwest Asian cuisine with this delightful Falafel II recipe. Perfectly crispy on the outside and irresistibly tender on the inside, these falafels are a true delight for your taste buds. Whether you’re looking for a quick snack or a satisfying lunch option, these flavorful chickpea patties are sure to hit the spot. Plus, they’re healthy and kosher, making them suitable for a variety of dietary preferences. With just a few simple ingredients and minimal preparation time, you can whip up a batch of these delicious falafels in no time. Serve them with your favorite dipping sauce or tuck them into warm pita bread for a truly authentic experience.
Ingredients:
- 1 cup chickpeas, soaked overnight
- 4-6 garlic cloves
- 1 onion
- 1/2 cup parsley
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- Freshly ground pepper, to taste
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 2 eggs
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
Instructions:
| Step | Description |
|---|---|
| 1 | Soak chickpeas overnight in cold water until soft. |
| 2 | Drop garlic cloves through the feed tube of a food processor while it is running. Process until minced. Discard the peel. |
| 3 | Add onion and parsley to the food processor. Process until minced. |
| 4 | Add remaining ingredients to the food processor and process until finely ground and smooth, about 20 to 30 seconds, scraping down the bowl as necessary. You might have to do this in two loads depending on the size of your food processor. |
| 5 | Form the mixture into 1-inch balls. |
| 6 | Heat oil in a deep fryer or large skillet over medium-high heat. |
| 7 | Deep fry the falafel balls in hot oil until golden brown, about 3-4 minutes per side. |
| 8 | Remove falafels from oil and drain on paper towels. |
| 9 | Serve hot with your favorite dipping sauce or in warm pita bread. Enjoy! |
| 10 | Falafels can also be frozen for later use. |
Nutritional Information (per serving):
- Calories: 86.3
- Fat: 2g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Cholesterol: 52.9mg
- Sodium: 314.9mg
- Carbohydrates: 13.3g
- Fiber: 2g
- Sugar: 1.3g
- Protein: 4.2g
Keywords:
Beans, Southwest Asia (Middle East), Asian, Healthy, Kosher, < 30 Mins, Deep Fried
Enjoy the delightful flavors and textures of these homemade falafels! They’re perfect for any occasion and sure to be a hit with friends and family alike.
