Falafel recipe

Falafel recipe

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In this blog post I will guide you thru the steps and ingredients needed to craft this recipe. Grab your favorite apron and let's start.
Looking to try something new and delicious? Look no further than this mouthwatering falafel recipe. Made with a combination of chickpeas, herbs, and spices, these crispy and flavorful vegetarian patties are a Middle Eastern delicacy. Whether you're a seasoned chef or a beginner in the kitchen, this easy-to-follow recipe will guide you through the process of making perfect falafel every time. Get ready to impress your family and friends with this tasty and satisfying dish!

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Falafel recipe details

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Ingredients

1 large can(s)	chickpeas, 400g size, drained and rinsed, excess water lightly shaken off
1 clove(s)	garlic, peeled
1 medium	red onion, peeled and quartered
1 bunch(es)	parsley, small
1 tsp	ground cumin
1 tsp	ground coriander
½ tsp	chilli powder
2 tbsp	plain flour
2 tbsp	sunflower oil
4 piece(s)	pitta bread, warmed in oven or lightly toasted under grill, and split down one side
1	tub tomato salsa, about 200g size or use home made
	salt, to taste
	pepper, freshly ground, to taste
	For the green salad:
	lettuce, torn
	onion, sliced
	cucumber, sliced

Instructions

Turn chickpeas onto a few sheets of kitchen paper and pat or roll dry. Tip into food processor together with onion, garlic, parsley, spices, flour and salt and a light sprinkling of pepper. Blend until almost smooth, but allow some texture to remain.

Divide into four and shape into 4 flattened patties with your hands. A little flour on your hands may help. Set aside.

Heat a non-stick frying pan, add the oil and heat. Add patties and fry for about 3 minutes each side until golden. Serve hot in warmed pitta bread with a tablespoonful of salsa and a quantity of green salad.

Preparation time:
ca. 10 min
Grade of difficulty:
easy
Calories per portion:
n/a