Lemon Garlic Falafel
Indulge in the vibrant flavors of Lemon Garlic Falafel, a delightful vegetarian dish that brings the essence of Middle Eastern cuisine to your table. Packed with protein-rich chickpeas and aromatic herbs, these crispy falafels are perfect for serving as an appetizer or stuffed in wraps with fresh veggies. Dipped in creamy tahini sauce or enjoyed on their own, they’re a healthy, satisfying treat that’s sure to impress!
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Total Time: 42 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 6 servings (12 falafels) 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Middle Eastern
Ingredients
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- 1 cup dried chickpeas (soaked overnight)
- 1 onion, chopped
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- 1 tsp ground coriander
- 1/2 tsp baking soda
- 1/4 cup flour (or gluten-free flour)
- Juice of 1 lemon
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Oil for frying
Instructions
- Drain and rinse soaked chickpeas.
- In a food processor, combine chickpeas, onion, garlic, parsley, cilantro, cumin, coriander, baking soda, flour, lemon juice, salt, and pepper. Pulse until coarse.
- Transfer to a bowl and refrigerate for 30 minutes.
- Heat oil in a deep skillet or fryer to 180°C (350°F).
- Form mixture into balls or patties.
- Fry in batches until golden brown and crispy, about 3-4 minutes per side.
- Remove from oil and drain on paper towels.
- Serve hot with tahini sauce or in wraps with fresh vegetables.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 falafels (about 80g)
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 330mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 7g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
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