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Estimated total cost for 40 falafels: 4,07 € — average indicative prices
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- 500 g chickpeas (dried)
- 5 clove(s) of garlic
- 100 g onions
- 30 g baking soda
- 12 g salt
- 3 g cumin
- 2 g ground sweet paprika
- 1 bunch(es) parsley
- 0.5 bunch(es) of cilantro
- Pepper
- frying oil
Instructions
Preparing the chickpeas:
- 1Soak the chickpeas in cold water overnight, adding the baking soda.
Preparing the falafel:
- 2Drain the chickpeas and rinse them.
- 3Peel the garlic cloves and onions and roughly chop them.
- 4In a blender, blend the chickpeas, garlic, onions, salt, cumin, sweet paprika, parsley leaves, and cilantro (with the stems) together.
- 5Blend until you get an even paste.
- 6Let the falafel mixture rest for about 30 minutes in the refrigerator.
Frying the falafel:
- 7In a pot, heat the frying oil to 160°C over medium heat.
- 8Form falafel balls using a tablespoon.
- 9Drop the falafel into the hot oil and cook for about 5 to 7 minutes until golden.
- 10Remove the falafel from the oil with a slotted spoon and place them on paper towels to remove excess oil.
- 11Serve the falafel hot, with a sauce of your choice.
About this dish
Falafels are small fried balls or patties, originating from the Middle East, mainly made of chickpeas or fava beans, finely ground and mixed with various herbs and spices such as parsley, cilantro, cumin, and garlic. The mixture is shaped into balls or discs, then fried until crispy and golden on the outside while staying soft on the inside. Falafels have a pleasant grainy texture and a flavor rich in spices. Traditionally vegetarian and often vegan, they are an essential part of Middle Eastern street food and are usually served in a pita bread or a wrap, accompanied by fresh vegetables, tahini sauce, spicy sauce, or a salad. Nutritious and satisfying, falafels are enjoyed around the world as a delicious, healthy alternative to animal protein.
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