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ChefSafaa Saada
Falafel Mix Method
Why buy pre-made falafel when you can make it at home? This recipe is very easy to follow, clear, and doable with kitchen staples.
Ingredients
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- 2 cups dried chickpeas
- 1 cup crushed fava beans
- 1 head garlic
- 1/2 bunch fresh cilantro
- 1 tablespoon ground coriander
- 1 tablespoon falafel spice
- 1 tablespoon flour
- 1 tablespoon baking soda
- Salt to taste
Method
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- Soak the chickpeas and fava beans in water overnight; the next day they will be soft—drain them in a sieve and remove all the water.
- Grind the chickpeas and then the fava beans in an electric grinder until you have a very smooth mixture.
- Mix the legumes with fresh cilantro, assorted spices, and salt.
- Form the mixture into small balls and deep-fry them in plenty of hot oil.
- If the falafel balls fall apart while frying, add two tablespoons of flour or one tablespoon of cornstarch to the mixture and mix well.
- Serve the falafel with tartar sauce and assorted vegetables such as radish, parsley, and tomato.
Recipe tags
MainsLevant
