Falafel
Description
These classic Middle Eastern falafel are crispy on the outside and tender on the inside, bursting with fresh parsley, cumin, and garlic. Made from canned garbanzo beans for convenience, they offer a satisfying texture without the hassle of soaking dry chickpeas. Perfect for a quick vegan lunch or a hearty dinner, these falafels are best served warm in pita bread with fresh lettuce, tomato, and onion. They pair beautifully with tahini sauce or hummus, making them a crowd-pleaser for any gathering. Simple to prepare and deeply flavorful, this recipe brings authentic street-food style to your kitchen with minimal effort.Ingredients
Directions
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Process garbanzo beans, onion, garlic, bread, cumin, and chilies in a blender or food processor until smooth.
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Transfer the mixture to a bowl and add parsley, salt, pepper, and egg; mix well.
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Form the mixture into 8 balls and coat them evenly in dry fine bread crumbs.
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Flatten the balls slightly to form oval shapes.
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Heat vegetable oil in a deep fat fryer or saucepan to 375&# 194;°F (190ðC).
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Fry the falafel in batches for about 3 minutes, or until golden brown.
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Remove from oil and drain on paper towels.
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Cut pita bread in half and open to form pockets.
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Stuff each pocket with one falafel, shredded lettuce, onion slices, and tomato slices.
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Serve immediately while hot.
Nutrition Facts
Servings 8
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 164.0kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 2.6g4%
- Saturated Fat 0.4g2%
- Cholesterol 0.0mg0%
- Sodium 7.0mg1%
- Total Carbohydrate 27.0g9%
- Dietary Fiber 7.6g31%
- Sugars 4.8g
- Protein 8.9g18%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
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