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Classic Falafel

Course: Main Course
Cuisine: israeli
Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Soaking time: 12 hours
Total Time: 12 hours 40 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Calories: 210kcal
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Ingredients

  • 2 cups dried chickpeas soaked overnight in 4 to 6 cups of water
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1 small yellow onion roughly chopped
  • 1 cup fresh parsley
  • ½ cup fresh cilantro
  • ¼ cup fresh dill
  • 6 cloves garlic peeled
  • 2 tablespoons sesame seeds
  • 2 teaspoons salt
  • 2 teaspoon cumin
  • 2 teaspoon coriander
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper
  • ½ teaspoon red chili flakes or aleppo chili flakes
  • Vegetable oil for frying

Instructions

  • At least 12 hours before, soak your chickpeas in water in a large bowl. Make sure the water covers the chickpeas by at least 2 to 3 inches, they will expand! After the chickpeas have soaked, drain and pat dry.
  • Add the soaked chickpeas, baking powder, onion, parsley, cilantro, dill, garlic cloves, sesame seeds, salt, cumin, coriander, black pepper, and chili flakes into the bowl of a food processor. Pulse for 30 seconds at a time until well combined but not smooth. The chickpeas should be broken down but not pureed.
  • Transfer the mixture to a bowl and cover. Let rest in the fridge for at least one hour.
  • Heat oil to 375°F in a tall-sided skillet, at least 2-inches deep. Line a large baking tray with a paper towel. Set aside.
  • Scoop the falafel mixture into tablespoon sized balls, and carefully drop into the hot oil. Fry for 3 to 4 minutes, flipping halfway through, until crisp and brown. Avoid crowding the pan by frying the falafel in batches. Transfer the cooked falafel to the towel lined tray.

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Notes

Serve with a salad, pita bread, and tahini if desired.

Nutrition

Calories: 210kcal | Carbohydrates: 34g | Protein: 11g | Fat: 4g | Saturated Fat: 0.5g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1g | Sodium: 656mg | Potassium: 553mg | Fiber: 10g | Sugar: 6g | Vitamin A: 891IU | Vitamin C: 15mg | Calcium: 132mg | Iron: 5mg