Falafel
Falafel is a vegetarian recipe from Turkish. It uses 8 ingredients, including sunflower oil, onion, garlic, chickpeas, ground cumin, ground coriander and more. The method is broken into 2 steps with measured ingredients.
Method
- 1
Heat 1 tbsp oil in a large pan, then fry the onion and garlic over a low heat for 5 mins until softened. Tip into a large mixing bowl with the chickpeas and spices, then mash together with a fork or potato masher until the chickpeas are totally broken down. Stir in the parsley or dried herbs, with seasoning to taste. Add the egg, then squish the mixture together with your hands.
- 2
Mould the mix into 6 balls, then flatten into patties. Heat the remaining oil in the pan, then fry the falafels on a medium heat for 3 mins on each side, until golden brown and firm. Serve hot or cold with couscous, pitta bread or salad.
About this recipe
What is Falafel?
Falafel is a vegetarian recipe from Turkish. It uses 8 ingredients, including sunflower oil, onion, garlic, chickpeas, ground cumin, ground coriander and more. The method is broken into 2 steps with measured ingredients.
Where is Falafel from?
Falafel is a Turkish dish — the recipe on this page uses the ingredients and method typical of that cuisine.
How many ingredients does Falafel need?
This recipe uses 8 ingredients, each with a measure in the list on this page.
Is Falafel suitable for your diet?
Yes — this recipe is marked Vegetarian. It is always worth a quick check of the ingredient list before serving.
Is there a video guide for Falafel?
Yes — a YouTube walkthrough is linked on this page.
See the original recipe at the original source.
