Fresh Herb Falafel Recipe

Name: Fresh Herb Falafel
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 8 ounces dried chickpeas, soaked overnight, drained; 1/2 onion, coarsely chopped; 1 jalapeno, coarsely chopped; 1 garlic clove, crushed; 3/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro; 1/2 cup chopped fresh parsley; 3 tablespoons chickpea flour; 2 1/2 teaspoons kosher salt; 1 teaspoon baking powder; 1 teaspoon ground cardamom; 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin; Vegetable oil (for frying; about 8 cups); and; and warm thick pita with pockets (for serving); A deep-fry thermometer

Servings: persons

8 ounces dried chickpeas, soaked overnight, drained
1/2 onion, coarsely chopped
1 jalapeno, coarsely chopped
1 garlic clove, crushed
3/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
1/2 cup chopped fresh parsley
3 tablespoons chickpea flour
2 1/2 teaspoons kosher salt
1 teaspoon baking powder
1 teaspoon ground cardamom
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
Vegetable oil (for frying; about 8 cups)
and
and warm thick pita with pockets (for serving)
A deep-fry thermometer

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["Pulse chickpeas in a food processor, scraping down sides as needed, until they resemble finely chopped nuts (the texture should be uneven, with some slightly larger pieces visible), about 1 minute. Transfer to a large bowl.", "Pulse onion, jalapeno, garlic, cilantro, and parsley in food processor, scraping down sides as needed, until coarsely chopped, about 1 minute. Mix into chickpeas, then mix in chickpea flour, salt, baking powder, cardamom, and cumin. Form into ping-pong-size balls.", "Pour oil into a large heavy pot to a depth of 3"". Fit pot with thermometer and heat oil over medium-high until thermometer registers 330u00b0F. Working in batches, cook falafel, turning occasionally, until deep brown and crisp, about 5 minutes. Transfer to paper towels; let sit 5 minutes. Serve falafel with salad, tahini sauce, and pita."]

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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 15 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 8 ounces dried chickpeas, soaked overnight, drained, 1/2 onion, coarsely chopped, 1 jalapeno, coarsely chopped, 1 garlic clove, crushed, and more.

Yes, Fresh Herb Falafel 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.

Fresh Herb Falafel

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