Crispy Falafel Ball Delights
These crispy falafel balls are golden brown on the outside and tender inside, perfect for a healthy snack or a flavorful appetizer.
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Servings:
Calories: 120kcal
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 cup dried chickpeas
- 0.5 cup fresh parsley leaves chopped
- 0.25 cup fresh cilantro leaves chopped
- 1 small onion finely chopped
- 3 cloves garlic minced
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- 1 tsp ground coriander
- 0.5 tsp baking powder
- 0.25 tsp cayenne pepper optional for heat
- 0.25 tsp salt
- to taste black pepper
- 2 tbsp all-purpose flour to bind
- 2 cup vegetable oil for frying
Instructions
Preparation Steps
- Soak chickpeas in cold water overnight or at least 12 hours. Drain well before use.
- In a food processor, combine soaked chickpeas, parsley, cilantro, onion, and garlic. Pulse until coarsely ground.
- Add cumin, coriander, baking powder, cayenne pepper, salt, black pepper, and flour. Pulse to combine until mixture is dough-like but still coarse.
- Heat vegetable oil in a deep pan to 350°F. Shape the falafel mixture into 1.5-inch balls.
- Fry falafel balls in batches for about 3-4 minutes or until deep golden brown and crispy. Drain on paper towels.
- Serve warm with tahini sauce or your favorite dips.
Notes
Falafel balls are best eaten fresh and crispy. Leftovers can be reheated in the oven for best texture.