Cook's Illustrated Falafel

1. 1

   Soak 1 cup chickpeas in enough water to cover by one inch for 8 hours.

2. 2

   Adjust the oven rack to the middle position and heat oven to 200 degrees.

3. 3

   Drain chickpeas, discarding the soaking liquid.

4. 4

   Process all ingredients except for the oil in food processor until smooth, about 1 minute, scraping down the sides of bowl as needed.

5. 5

   Form the mixture into 1 tablespoon-sized disks, about 1/2 inch thick and 1 inch wide.

6. 6

   Arrange on parchment-paper lined baking sheet.

7. 7

   (Falafel can be refrigerated at this point for up to 2 hours.

8. 8

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9. 9

   Heat oil in a frying pan until searing hot then add the patties.

10. 10

    Fry for 4 minutes on each side.

11. 11

    Serve with hummus, tzatziki or other sauce.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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