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Falafel

Crisp fried chickpea patties stuffed in pita.

Total
45 min
Active
30 min
Serves
4
Cuisine
middle-eastern
Servings4

Ingredients

Steps

  1. Drain the soaked chickpeas well and pat them completely dry.

  2. Pulse the chickpeas, onion, garlic, herbs, spices, salt, and baking soda in a food processor until a coarse, green-flecked meal forms.

  3. Transfer to a bowl, cover, and chill 30 minutes so the mixture firms up.

  4. Form into small patties or balls and fry in 175°C / 350°F oil for 3–4 minutes until deeply golden.

  5. Drain on a rack and serve in pita with tahini, salad, and pickles.