How to Make No-Fuss Falafel - A Step-by-Step Guide

Are you tired of spending hours in the kitchen trying to make falafel only to have it turn out too dry or too mushy? Look no further because this recipe for No-Fuss Falafel is here to save the day! This recipe takes the hassle out of making traditional falafel and provides a simple and foolproof method for creating delicious, crispy falafel every time.

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Ingredients

  • 1 (15 ounce) can garbanzo beans, drained
  • ¾ cup chopped fresh parsley
  • ½ onion, chopped
  • ¼ cup all-purpose flour
  • 2 cloves garlic, chopped
  • 1 ½ teaspoons ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon ground coriander
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon lemon juice
  • 1 pinch ground black pepper
  • 1 ½ cups vegetable oil for frying, or as needed

Information

  • Prep Time: 20 mins
  • Cook Time: 15 mins
  • Additional Time: 10 mins
  • Total Time: 45 mins
  • Servings: 4
  • Yield: 4 servings

  • Place garbanzo beans, parsley, onion, flour, garlic, cumin, baking powder, coriander, salt, lemon juice, and black pepper in a food processor or blender. Pulse until combined and a chunky, slightly sticky mixture forms.
  • Roll mixture into small balls and place on a plate. Flatten into patties that are 2 inches in diameter and 1/2-inch thick.
  • Place patties in refrigerator or freezer to help hold together, about 10 minutes.
  • Heat 1 1/2- to 2-inches vegetable oil in large saucepan to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • Fry patties, working in batches to avoid crowding, until golden brown, about 3 minutes per side. Drain patties on paper towel-lined plate.
  • Nutrition

    203 cal.

    • Total Fat: 10g
    • Saturated Fat: 1g
    • Sodium: 631mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 25g
    • Dietary Fiber: 4g
    • Total Sugars: 1g
    • Protein: 5g
    • Vitamin C: 20mg
    • Calcium: 125mg
    • Iron: 3mg
    • Potassium: 236mg