Falafel

This recipe makes very flavorful falafel.

Estimated preparation time: 30 minutes
Estimated total time: 3-7 hours
Adapted from epicurious

Ingredients

• 1 can chickpeas (or dried)
• 1 onion
• 1 head of garlic
• 2 tablespoons parsley
• 2 tablespoons cilantro
• 1 teaspoon red chili flakes
• 1 teaspoon cumin
• Salt and pepper
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 4-6 tablespoons flour
• Vegetable oil

Procedure

1. Add chickpeas, onion, garlic, parsley, cilantro, seasonings, baking powder and 4 tablespoons of the flour and pulse in a food processor.

2. Try to form dough into small balls. If it sticks to your hands, add more flour.

3. Cover and refrigerate for 2-6 hours. 

4. Heat 3 inches of oil.

5. Form small balls and fry in the oil. If the ball falls apart, add more flour.

6. Fry on both sides about three minutes each side until golden brown. 

7. Drain on a paper towel.

8. Serve with tahina on pita with tomato slices, onion, feta, what have you.