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Seasoned medallions of Falafels on a fresh baked pita on a fresh bead of arugula on a white plate

Falafel Recipe

This falafel recipe is a simple and delicious dish made with chickpeas, onions, garlic, parsley, and a blend of spices. The mixture is shaped into small balls or patties and baked in the oven until crispy and golden brown. It can be served with pita bread, hummus, and a variety of toppings. This recipe takes approximately 35-40 minutes to prepare and makes about 20-24 falafels. Instructions added for baking or frying the falafels.
Servings 6
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes

Equipment

  • 1 food processor
  • 1 baking sheet
  • parchment paper

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cans of chickpeas, drained and rinsed
  • 3/4 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup water (or vegetable broth)
  • 1 minced onion
  • 3 minced garlic cloves
  • 1/4 cup chopped parsley
  • 1 tablespoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon ground coriander
  • 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
  • salt and pepper to taste
  • oil for frying, (only if frying)

Instructions
 

For Baking Falafels

  • In a food processor, blend together 2 cans of chickpeas, chopped onion, minced garlic cloves, chopped parsley, cumin, coriander, cayenne, salt, and pepper until smooth.
  • Transfer the mixture to a bowl and stir in water and flour. Combine well.
  • Shape the mixture into small balls or patties and place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
  • Bake in a preheated oven at 375°F for 20 to 25 minutes, flipping them halfway through, or until golden brown and crispy.
  • Enjoy your Falafels!

For Frying Falafels

  • Add chickpeas, onion, garlic, parsley, cilantro, cumin, coriander, cayenne pepper, salt and black pepper to a food processor and pulse until you get a crumbly mixture.
  • Add flour, 1 tablespoon at a time, and pulse until the mixture starts to come together and you can form a ball.
  • Shape the mixture into small balls, about the size of a ping-pong ball.
  • Heat oil in a pan over medium-high heat. Once hot, add the falafel balls and fry for 3-4 minutes on each side until golden brown and crispy.
  • Remove from the pan and place on paper towels to absorb excess oil.
  • Serve hot with pita bread, hummus, tahini sauce, and your favorite toppings. Enjoy your delicious vegan falafel!