The BEST Falafel Recipe
Authentic falafel is so unique and delicious! This is the best falafel recipe that I've been perfecting for my family. Simple ingredients are key to any easy falafel recipe. Chickpeas, fresh herbs, and spices keep this moist falafel recipe packed with flavor!
Equipment
Ingredients
- 1 16oz can of chickpeas ((garbanzo beans))
- 1/2 cup fresh cilantro ((coriander))
- 1 cup fresh parsley
- 1 red onion (quartered)
- 1/3 cup whole wheat flour
- 1 1/2 tsp baking powder
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 1 tsp sea salt
- 1 tsp black pepper
- 2 tsp cumin powder
- 2 1/2 tbsp garlic (minced)
For serving as a Pita
- pita bread
- chopped lettuce
- red onion (sliced)
- tomatoes (sliced)
- hummus
Instructions
- Add chickpeas, cilantro, parsley, onion, flour, lemon juice, baking powder, cumin, salt, black pepper, and garlic to a food processor. Pulse until the mixture becomes a coarse texture.
- From your mixing bowl, measure out 2 tablespoons of dough and roll into patties or balls. Place the balls on a baking sheet pan lined with parchment paper and chill for 2 hours. While the falafels chill, heat up the oil in deep fryer.
- Once the falafels are chilled, transfer 2-4 falafels to the oil and cook for about 2-3 minutes per side until golden brown. Once cooked, remove the falafels from the deep fryer with a slotted spoon and place on a plate lined with paper towels and allow them to drain. Serve the falafels with hummus or inside a warm pita pocket.
Nutrition
Calories: 71kcal | Carbohydrates: 15g | Protein: 3g | Fat: 1g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Sodium: 780mg | Potassium: 234mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 1430IU | Vitamin C: 26mg | Calcium: 164mg | Iron: 3mg