Falafel
Crisp, herb-rich fritters with a tender, bright interior and a nutty tahini drizzle—perfect for stuffing into pita or serving over greens. The recipe uses soaked chickpeas and a short rest to develop texture and flavor.
1 ½ cup chickpeas, dried, soaked overnight and drained
½ cup onion, roughly chopped
½ cup parsley, finely chopped
¼ cup cilantro, finely chopped
3 clove garlic, peeled
2 tbsp flour
1 tsp baking powder
1 tsp cumin, ground
1 tsp coriander, ground
1 tsp salt
½ tsp black pepper, freshly ground
2 cup oil, for shallow frying
¼ cup tahini, well stirred
1 lemon, juiced
2 tbsp water
1 clove garlic, minced for sauce
Nutrition Facts (Per Serving)
Nutritional information is calculated using an ingredient database and should be considered an estimate.
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