Experience the delightful flavors of the Middle East with this homemade falafel recipe. Crunchy on the outside yet wonderfully fluffy within, these falafel are perfectly complemented by a creamy tahini sauce. Whether enjoyed on their own, in a pita, or atop a salad, they promise to transport your tastebuds straight to a vibrant Middle Eastern market.
Ingredients
Falafel:
🫘 2 cups Garbanzo beans (soaked overnight)
🧅 1 Onion
🧄 4 cloves of Garlic
🌿 2 cups of Parsley
🧂 2 teaspoons of Salt (or to taste)
🌶️ 1 teaspoon of Black Pepper
🌿 1 teaspoon of Cumin
🌿 1 teaspoon of Coriander
🧪 1/2 teaspoon of Baking Soda
🌾 2 tablespoons of Flour
Tahini Sauce:
🥛 2 tablespoons of Plain Yogurt
🍈 2 tablespoons of Tahini
🍋 1 tablespoon of Lemon Juice
🫒 1 tablespoon of Olive Oil
💧 1 tablespoon of Water
🧂 Salt and Black Pepper (to taste)
Instructions
1- Prepare the Falafel Mixture:
- Drain the soaked garbanzo beans thoroughly. In a food processor, combine the garbanzo beans, onion, garlic, and parsley. Pulse until you achieve a coarse mixture.
- Transfer the mixture to a bowl. Add flour, baking soda, salt, pepper, cumin, and coriander. Mix well to form a dough-like consistency.
- Optionally, chill the mixture in the fridge for 20-30 minutes for firmer falafel.
2- Form the Falafel:
- Heat oil in a pot over medium-high heat.
- Using a tablespoon or your hands, shape portions of the mixture into balls or patties. Be gentle to keep the mix airy.
3- Fry the Falafel:
- Carefully place the formed falafel into the hot oil. Fry until golden brown and crispy, about 3 minutes per side.
- Remove from oil and place on a paper towel-lined tray to drain excess oil.
4- Make the Tahini Sauce:
- In a small bowl, combine minced garlic, yogurt, tahini, lemon juice, olive oil, and water. Stir until smooth.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste. Adjust ingredients to your preference.
5- Serve:
- Serve the falafel hot with tahini sauce on the side or drizzled over the top. Enjoy as is, in a pita, or over a salad.
Prep Time: 20 minutes (excluding bean soaking)
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 35 minutes
Servings: 4
Calories per Serving: Approximately 350
Nutritional Information (per serving): Proteins: 12g, Fats: 14g, Carbohydrates: 45g
Equipment Needed: Food processor, frying pot, mixing bowl
Cooking Tips
- If your falafel mixture seems too wet, add a bit more flour until the consistency is just right.
- For an extra crunch, try rolling the formed falafel in sesame seeds before frying.
- Adjust the spices to suit your personal taste preferences.
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