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Healthy Homemade Falafel

5

30 min

Healthy Homemade Falafel

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Time

30 min

Serving

4 persons

Calories

260

Rating

5.00★ (1)

Author: Antonina Blum

Falafel is a spicy fried chickpea balls . You can serve them with any sauces, like a side dish or main course. Since ancient times, falafel is also prepared as a substitute for meat. The recipe is very simple, the only thing you need to take care of in advance is to soak the chickpeas in water the day before.

Ingredients

  • chickpea: 250 g
  • garlic: 2 clove
  • lemon: 0.5 piece
  • sesame seeds: 2 Tbsp
  • paprica: 0.5 tsp (dround)
  • cumin seed: 0.5 tsp
  • cilantro: 0.5 tsp (seeds)
  • olive oil: 4 Tbsp
  • green onion: 5 g
  • vegetable oil: 200 ml (for deep-frying)
  • salt: 1 tsp
  • black pepper: 1 pinch

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  1. Prepare ingredients. Rinse the chickpeas and pour plenty of water, leave to swell for 10-12 hours.

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  2. Drain water from chickpeas. You do not need to cook it, otherwise the balls will break up when frying. Squeeze juice from half a lemon, peel the garlic. Puree chickpeas and garlic with a blender, adding lemon juice and a minimum amount of boiled water if necessary.

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  3. Put sesame, paprika, cumin seeds and cilantro in a bowl. Add olive oil. Puree with a blender.

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  4. Add chopped spices with olive oil to chickpeas. Wash green onions, chop and add to chickpeas. Salt, pepper to taste and stir.

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  5. Prepare walnut-sized balls.

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  6. Heat the vegetable oil in a tall pan. Oil should completely cover falafel. Dip balls one by one in boiling oil. Cook for 2-3 minutes over medium heat until ruddy.

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  7. Remove the falafel with a spoon and immediately spread it on a paper towel so that it absorbs excess fat.

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History of the Healthy Homemade Falafel:

Falafel is believed to have originated in Egypt, where it was first made using fava beans. It was later popularized in the Middle East, where it became a staple of street food. Nowadays, falafel is a popular dish all over the world, enjoyed by vegetarians and meat-lovers alike.

Tips and Tricks for Healthy Homemade Falafel Recipe:

  • Soak the chickpeas in water for 10-12 hours before making the falafel. This will help them to soften and make them easier to blend.
  • Don't cook the chickpeas before blending, as this will cause the falafel balls to break apart when frying.
  • Add the spices to the chickpea mixture in stages, mixing well between each addition. This will make sure that you get an even distribution of flavor.
  • Make sure the oil is hot enough before adding the falafel balls. If the oil is not hot enough, the falafel balls will absorb more oil and become greasy.

Tips for presenting the dish:

  • Falafel balls can be served on their own as a snack, or as a main course with pita bread, hummus, and salad.
  • You can also serve a variety of dipping sauces, such as tzatziki, tahini sauce, or spicy harissa.
  • To make the dish more visually appealing, you can garnish the falafel with fresh herbs, such as cilantro or parsley.

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