How to Make the Best Homemade Falafel?

Ingredients

• 1 cup peeled fava beans
• 1 cup chickpeas
• 6 parsley sprigs
• 6 coriander sprigs
• 4 cloves crushed garlic
• 1 1/2 tablespoons ready-made falafel spice
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• Pinch of salt
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• Taratur (Tahini Sauce):
• 1/2 cup tahini
• 1/2 cup yogurt
• A little water
• To make a falafel salad click the link: Falafel Salad
• For more dishes made with chickpeas see Chickpea Fatteh

Method

1. Soak the fava beans and chickpeas in water for two days, changing the water regularly.
2. After two days, wash and drain them, then grind together with the parsley, coriander, falafel spices, cumin, salt and baking powder.
3. Heat the oil. Shape the falafel into patties using a falafel scoop or by hand.
4. Fry the falafel in hot, plentiful oil until the pieces are golden.
5. Remove from the oil and serve immediately.
6. Serve with taratur, fresh vegetables and pickles.
7. Mix the taratur ingredients well. Add water as needed so the sauce is loose but still somewhat thick.