Easy Homemade Falafel

Ingredients

• 1 1/2 cups dried chickpeas + 1/2 cup split fava beans, soaked overnight
• 3 green onions, chopped (discard the tough green stem)
• 2 garlic cloves, chopped
• A few sprigs of cilantro and parsley
• 1/4 tablespoon salt
• 1/4 tablespoon black pepper
• 1/4 tablespoon dried coriander
• 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1/2 teaspoon falafel spice
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 1 tablespoon raw sesame seeds
• 1/4 cup water — if needed (optional)

Method

1. Pulse the drained chickpeas and fava beans in a food processor until coarsely ground.
2. Add the spices and salt, then process again to combine.
3. Let the mixture rest for about two hours.
4. About 10 minutes before frying, add the baking powder, sesame seeds, and a little water if the mixture is too thick or dry. Mix and knead well.
   Timers: 10 min
5. Shape the falafel into patties using a falafel scoop or mold.
6. Fry the falafel in plenty of very hot oil. After forming each patty, put it straight into the oil and wait until it browns before removing.
7. Note: This quantity makes about 20 falafel patties.
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