Description
Savor the vibrant flavors of this Middle Eastern vegan falafel platter, featuring crispy, golden-brown falafel served with fresh salads, creamy tahini sauce, and warm pita bread. Perfect for gatherings or a cozy night in, this colorful dish is not only delicious but also packed with nutrients. Each bite promises a delightful crunch paired with an explosion of taste that celebrates plant-based goodness.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup dried chickpeas (soaked overnight)
- 1 cup fresh parsley (packed)
- 1/2 cup fresh cilantro (packed)
- 3 cloves garlic (minced)
- 2 tsp ground cumin
- 2 tsp ground coriander
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- Vegetable oil (for frying)
- 4 whole pita breads (for serving)
- Tahini sauce (for dipping)
Instructions
- Soak chickpeas overnight in water. Drain and rinse.
- In a food processor, combine chickpeas, parsley, cilantro, garlic, cumin, coriander, baking powder, salt, and pepper. Pulse until coarse but not pureed.
- With wet hands, shape the mixture into small balls or patties; place on a tray.
- Heat vegetable oil in a deep skillet to 350°F (180°C). Test by dropping in a small piece of the mixture; it should sizzle.
- Fry falafel in batches until golden brown (about 3 minutes per side). Drain on paper towels.
- Serve warm with pita bread and tahini sauce.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Middle Eastern
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 falafels (90g)
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 0mg