Falafel
Ingredients
- Ingredients:
- 1 can chickpeas
- 1 small onion roughly chopped
- 4 garlic cloves minced
- 1 cup fresh parsley chopped
- 1 cup fresh cilantro chopped
- 2 teaspoons ground cumin
- 2 teaspoons ground coriander
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- Salt and pepper to taste
- ¼ cup whole wheat flour or chickpea flour
Instructions
- Drain and rinse canned chickpeas before use.
- In a food processor, combine the chickpeas, onion, garlic, parsley, cilantro, cumin, coriander, baking soda, salt, and pepper. Pulse until well combined. Make sure to maintain a coarse texture.
- Transfer the mixture to a bowl and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow it to firm up.
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Shape the chilled falafel mixture into small balls or patties, approximately 1-2 inches in diameter, and place them on the prepared baking sheet.
- Bake the falafel for 25-30 minutes, flipping halfway through, until they turn golden brown and crispy.