Easiest Falafel

Falafel is a popular Middle Eastern dish made from ground chickpeas or fava beans. It is believed to have originated in Egypt and has since become a beloved street food in many countries.

This is vegan and high protein recipe. Dish can be prepared in 65 minutes. Even a beginner can handle preparing this dish. Number of ingredients: 10.

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Easiest Falafel

Cooking Method: Frying Cuisine: Middle Eastern Courses: Appetizer, Lunch Recipe Keys: High Protein Vegan

Difficulty: Beginner Prep Time 15 min Cook Time 20 min Rest Time 30 min Total Time 1 hr 5 mins

Servings: 4 Calories: 1400

Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Ingredients

Servings

• 250 gram Chickpeas
• 1 medium Onion
• 2 cloves Garlic Cloves
• 1 cup Fresh Parsley
• 1 teaspoon Ground Cumin
• 1 teaspoon Ground Coriander
• 1 teaspoon Baking Powder
• 0.5 cup All-Purpose Flour
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 1 cup Vegetable Oil

Instructions

1. In a food processor, blend chickpeas, onion, garlic, parsley, cumin, coriander, baking powder, flour, and salt.
2. Shape the mixture into small balls and flatten slightly.
3. Heat vegetable oil in a frying pan.
4. Fry the falafel until golden brown on both sides.
5. Remove from the pan and let them rest on a paper towel to absorb excess oil.
6. Serve hot with tahini sauce or in pita bread with salad and yogurt sauce.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 4

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 350kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 15g24%

Total Carbohydrate 40g14%

Sugars 5g

Protein 15g30%

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* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.