falafel recipe
Crispy, golden falafel recipe made with chickpeas, herbs, and spices. Easy, authentic,and perfect for wraps, bowls, or snacking. Try it today.
Equipment
- Food processor: Quickly blends ingredients to the right consistency
- Mixing Bowl For combining and resting the mixture
- Cookie scoop or spoon: Keeps portions uniform for even cooking
- Skillet or air fryer: Choose your preferred method—crispy either way
Ingredients
- 1 cup dried chickpeas soaked overnight
- 1 small onion chopped
- 3 garlic cloves
- 1 cup fresh parsley
- 1 cup fresh cilantro
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- 1 tsp ground coriander
- ½ tsp cayenne pepper optional
- 1 tsp salt
- ½ tsp baking powder
- 2 –3 tbsp all-purpose flour or chickpea flour
- Oil for frying or brushing if baking/air frying
Instructions
- Soak chickpeas overnight. Drain before use.
- Blend all ingredients (except baking powder and flour) in a food processor.
- Transfer to bowl, then mix in baking powder and flour. Chill for 30 minutes.
- Shape into balls or patties.
Cook as preferred:
- o Pan Fry: Fry in hot oil, 2–3 minutes per side.
- o Air Fry: Spray with oil, cook at 375°F for 12–15 minutes.
- o Bake: Bake at 400°F for 20–25 minutes, flipping halfway.
- Serve warm with tahini sauce or in wraps and bowls.
Notes
- Calories: 120 kcal
- Protein: 5g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 4g
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Sodium: 190mg
- Sugar: 1g