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Crispy Falafel with Tahini Sauce

Crispy Falafel with Tahini Sauce

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1h๐Ÿ”ฅ Mediummiddle easternVeganStarterDinner

Crispy falafel is a delicious Middle Eastern dish made from ground chickpeas, herbs, and spices, served with a creamy tahini sauce. This dish is perfect for a light meal or as a starter for a larger feast.

๐Ÿ›’ Ingredients

๐Ÿฅฉ Proteins

Chickpeas250 g

๐Ÿฅฆ Vegetables

Onion1 unit
Garlic2 clove(s)
Parsley50 g
Cilantro50 g

๐ŸŒถ๏ธ Spices & Herbs

Cumin1 teaspoon
Coriander1 teaspoon
Salt1 teaspoon
Black pepperยฝ teaspoon

๐Ÿด Other

Baking powder1 teaspoon
Tahini60 g

๐ŸŒพ Grains & Cereals

Flour2 tablespoon

๐Ÿ‹ Fruits

Lemon1 unit

๐Ÿท Beverages

Water60 ml

๐Ÿซ’ Oils & Fats

Olive oil500 ml

๐Ÿ”ช Preparation

Do this before you start cooking

  • Soak chickpeas in water overnight.
  • Chop onion, garlic, parsley, and cilantro finely.
  • Prepare tahini sauce by mixing tahini, lemon juice, water, and salt.

๐Ÿ“‹ Instructions

1

Drain and rinse soaked chickpeas.

2

In a food processor, combine chickpeas, onion, garlic, parsley, cilantro, cumin, coriander, salt, black pepper, baking powder, and flour.

3

Pulse until the mixture is well combined but still slightly chunky.

4

Form the mixture into small balls or patties.

5

Heat olive oil in a deep pan over medium-high heat.

6

Fry falafel in batches until golden brown and crispy, about 3-4 minutes per side.

7

Remove falafel and drain on paper towels.

8

Serve hot with tahini sauce.

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