String Bean Falafels Recipe

Name: String Bean Falafels
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 7/8 cups frozen string beans defrosted; 1/2 onion diced; 2 garlic cloves diced; 1 tablespoon cilantro or parsley, chopped; 1/2 teaspoon chili powder; 1/2 teaspoon turmeric; 1 teaspoon cumin; 1 tablespoon flour; salt; ground black pepper; lemon juice squeeze of; sesame seeds; oil for frying

Servings: persons

2 7/8 cups frozen string beans defrosted
1/2 onion diced
2 garlic cloves diced
1 tablespoon cilantro or parsley, chopped
1/2 teaspoon chili powder
1/2 teaspoon turmeric
1 teaspoon cumin
1 tablespoon flour
salt
ground black pepper
lemon juice squeeze of
sesame seeds
oil for frying

1
Add the string beans to a food processor and roughly chop them.
2
Add the onion, garlic, cilantro or parsley, chili powder, turmeric, cumin, and flour. Blend until everything is well combined.
3
Salt and pepper to taste and squeeze in a few drops of lemon juice. Pulse together.
4
With wet or oiled hands, pinch out sections from this dough, forming into balls about the size of a tablespoon. Then flatten the balls out. Sprinkle with sesame seeds. Lay out on a baking tray and refrigerate a bit.
5
Heat up 2 fingers of oil in a skillet and fry the falafels on both sides until golden.
6
Serve with Greek yogurt and a drizzle of olive oil.

320

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

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 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 7/8 cups frozen string beans defrosted, 1/2 onion diced, 2 garlic cloves diced, 1 tablespoon cilantro or parsley, chopped, and more.

Yes, String Bean Falafels 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

String Bean Falafels

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Variations & substitutions

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