Jewish Recipes

Falafel

Falafel is easy to make, and this step by step falafel recipe will guide you through it. Falafel is a food enjoyed in Israel and many other places in the world.

Ingredients

  • 1 lb chickpeas
  • 2 tbspns chopped parsley
  • 2 tbspns chopped coriander
  • 4 garlic cloves
  • 1/2 tbspn sodium bicarbonate
  • 1 tspn cumin
  • 1 tspn salt

Directions

1. Soak chickpeas with water and 1 tablespoon of baking powder for 24 hours. Drain.
2. Mix all ingredients in food processor to a smooth blend.
3. Refrigerate for 2.5 hours
4. Create falafel "balls" using either an ice cream scoop, or your hands!
5. Deep-fry falafel for 2-3 minutes in high-heat oil until browned.
6. Serve and enjoy!

 
Photo by: Mr. T in DC

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