Crispy Falafel

Name: Crispy Falafel
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 35 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Middle Eastern
Ingredients: 1 cup dried chickpeas, soaked; 1/2 cup fresh parsley, chopped; 1/2 cup fresh cilantro, chopped; 1/2 cup yellow onion, chopped; 4 garlic cloves, peeled; 2 tbsp chickpea flour; 1 tsp ground cumin; 1 tsp ground coriander; 1/2 tsp baking powder; 1 tsp salt; 2 cups vegetable oil

A traditional Middle Eastern staple made from ground chickpeas, fresh green herbs, and warm spices, fried to a golden crunch.

35 minMediumServes 4340 cal/serving

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Ingredients

1 cup dried chickpeas, soaked
1/2 cup fresh parsley, chopped
1/2 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
1/2 cup yellow onion, chopped
4 garlic cloves, peeled
2 tbsp chickpea flour
1 tsp ground cumin
1 tsp ground coriander
1/2 tsp baking powder
1 tsp salt
2 cups vegetable oil

Instructions

1

Place 1 cup soaked dried chickpeas, 1/2 cup chopped fresh parsley, 1/2 cup chopped fresh cilantro, 1/2 cup chopped yellow onion, and 4 peeled garlic cloves in a food processor.
2

Pulse until finely minced and combined but not pureed into a paste.
3

Transfer the mixture to a bowl and stir in 2 tbsp chickpea flour, 1 tsp ground cumin, 1 tsp ground coriander, 1/2 tsp baking powder, and 1 tsp salt.
4

Cover and chill the mixture in the refrigerator for 30 minutes to help it hold shape.
5

Form the mixture into small balls or patties, about 1 inch thick.
6

Heat 2 cups vegetable oil in a deep skillet over medium-high heat until it reaches 350F.
7

Fry the falafel in batches for 3 to 4 minutes per side until deep golden brown and crispy, then drain on paper towels.

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Questions

How long does Crispy Falafel take?

As written, 35 minutes: 20 of prep and 15 of cooking. The longest single stretch is the hands-off wait in step 4, 30 minutes.

What internal temperature should Crispy Falafel reach?

For Crispy Falafel, the target internal temperature is 350 F (about 175 C), given in step 6. A probe thermometer removes the guesswork.

Is there a substitute for baking powder in Crispy Falafel?

The entry for Crispy Falafel calls for 1/2 tsp baking powder. In its place: For each teaspoon, use a quarter teaspoon of baking soda plus half a teaspoon of cream of tartar.

How many calories are in Crispy Falafel?

One serving (the recipe makes 4) is about 340 calories, with 12 g protein, 38 g carbohydrate and 16 g fat, plus 9 g fiber and 420 mg sodium. The figures are estimates computed from the ingredient list.

Can I start Crispy Falafel the day before?

Yes. Step 4 is a built-in pause of 30 minutes: "Cover and chill the mixture in the refrigerator for 30 minutes to help it hold shape." Do everything up to that point ahead of time and pick up at step 5 when you are ready to finish.

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