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Crispy Falafel with Tahini: 5 AMAZING Steps

Crispy Falafel with Tahini
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Learn to make delicious, crispy falafel at home with this easy-to-follow recipe. These chickpea fritters are perfect served with a creamy tahini sauce.

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups cooked chickpeas, drained and rinsed
  • 1/2 cup fresh parsley, chopped
  • 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
  • 1/4 cup finely chopped onion
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon ground coriander
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
  • 1/4 cup all-purpose flour (or chickpea flour for gluten-free)
  • 2-3 tablespoons olive oil, for frying
  • For the Tahini Sauce:
  • 1/2 cup tahini
  • 1/4 cup lemon juice
  • 2-3 tablespoons cold water
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • Pinch of salt

Instructions

  1. In a food processor, combine chickpeas, parsley, cilantro, onion, garlic, cumin, coriander, salt, pepper, and cayenne pepper (if using). Pulse until the mixture is finely chopped but not a paste.
  2. Add the flour to the food processor and pulse a few more times until just combined.
  3. Transfer the mixture to a bowl. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to firm up.
  4. While the falafel mixture is chilling, prepare the tahini sauce. In a small bowl, whisk together tahini, lemon juice, minced garlic, and salt.
  5. Gradually whisk in cold water, one tablespoon at a time, until the sauce reaches your desired creamy consistency.
  6. Shape the falafel mixture into small patties or balls.
  7. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
  8. Carefully place the falafel into the hot oil, ensuring not to overcrowd the pan.
  9. Fry for 3-4 minutes per side, until golden brown and crispy.
  10. Remove the falafel from the skillet and place them on a plate lined with paper towels to drain excess oil.
  11. Serve the crispy falafel warm with the prepared tahini sauce.

Notes

  • For extra crispy falafel, you can bake them instead of frying. Place them on a baking sheet and bake at 400°F (200°C) for 20-25 minutes, flipping halfway through.
  • Feel free to add other herbs like mint or dill to the falafel mixture.
  • Adjust the lemon juice and garlic in the tahini sauce to your preference.

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