Falafel(The Hot Dog Of The Middle East) Recipe

Name: Falafel(The Hot Dog Of The Middle East)
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 lb. dried chickpeas (garbanzos); 1 bunch fresh coriander or cilantro; 2 Tbsp. ground coriander; 1 tsp. cinnamon; 1 tsp. white pepper; 2 small hot chilies (optional); 2 onions; salt to taste; 1 tsp. cloves; 1 tsp. nutmeg; 1 Tbsp. baking soda; Crisco oil for deep frying

Servings: persons

2 lb. dried chickpeas (garbanzos)
1 bunch fresh coriander or cilantro
2 Tbsp. ground coriander
1 tsp. cinnamon
1 tsp. white pepper
2 small hot chilies (optional)
2 onions
salt to taste
1 tsp. cloves
1 tsp. nutmeg
1 Tbsp. baking soda
Crisco oil for deep frying

1
Soak chickpeas in water overnight.
2
Drain; mix drained chickpeas and spices together, then grind very fine.
3
Add baking soda and let the mixture rest for half an hour.
4
Form into walnut size balls and deep fry in 350u00b0 oil.
5
Drain well.
6
May be eaten hot or at room temperature.
7
Serve with Tahina Sauce (recipe follows) and chopped tomatoes.
8
Must do ahead, time consuming.
9
Can freeze.

401

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

No additional tips available.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 lb. dried chickpeas (garbanzos), 1 bunch fresh coriander or cilantro, 2 Tbsp. ground coriander, 1 tsp. cinnamon, and more.

Yes, Falafel(The Hot Dog Of The Middle East) falls under the Vegetarian category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Falafel(The Hot Dog Of The Middle East)

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