Falafel

Falafel, is deep fried balls made from chickpeas and is a popular dish in Mediterranean / Lebanese cuisine. It is said to have originated from Middle East. It can be either eaten alone with hummus or Tahini Dip or can be made as a Falafel Wrap using tortilla or pita bread. This is absolutely delicious and healthy. 

Ingredients

1. Chickpeas soaked overnight - 250 gms or 1 Cup 
2. Onion - 1 Large (roughly chopped) 
3. Garlic - 4 pods 
4. Coriander leaf/cilantro - 1/2 bunch 
5. Parsley - 2 tbsp finely chopped (Optional) 
6. Cumin seeds - 1 tsp 
7. Salt as needed 
8. Red chili powder - 1 tsp or more as per the taste 
9. Cornflour - 3 - 4 tbsp for binding 
10. Oil for deep frying

Method

1. Pulse the soaked chickpea along with other ingredients mentioned into a coarse mixture as shown in the picture above.

2. Form equal sized balls from the coarse mixture and deep fry them in hot oil until they are golden brown.

3. Serve hot yummy falafel with Tahini Dip or any other sauce.

Notes,Tips & Add-on's

1. The falafel shape can be either rolled out to balls or can be flattened. Depends on your wish.
2. I have used cornflour for binding as it adds crispiness to the balls. You can also use All purpose flour/Maida.