Falafel

Ingredients

• •1 lb Dried chickpeas
• •1 medium Onion
• •1 teaspoon Salt
• •0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• •4 cloves Garlic
• •2 tablespoons Olive oil
• •0.5 cup Fresh parsley
• •0.5 cup Fresh cilantro
• •2 tsp Cumin
• •1 tsp Coriander
• •3 tbsp Flour
• •1 tsp Baking powder
• •1 tsp Baking soda
• •3 cups Oil

Instructions

1. 1

   Soak chickpeas overnight - do NOT use canned

   💡 Fresh dried is key

2. 2

   Process chickpeas, onion, garlic, herbs until coarse

   💡 Food processor

3. 3

   Rest mixture 30 min in refrigerator

   💡 Easier to form

4. 4

   Cover and let rest or marinate for the specified time to allow flavors to penetrate deeply.

   💡 Resting allows proteins to relax and flavors to meld - do not rush this step.

5. 5

   Deep fry at 350°F until deep golden brown

   💡 Low temp = cook inside

6. 6

   Deep fry at 350°F until deep brown

   💡 High heat with small amount of fat. Ingredients should sizzle but not steam.

7. 7

   Serve in pita with tahini

   💡 Fresh vegetables