How to Make Pan-Fried Falafel - A Step-by-Step Guide

Falafel is a beloved Middle Eastern dish made from ground chickpeas or fava beans that are formed into balls and deep-fried. However, with a few simple adjustments, it can be just as delicious and much healthier when pan-fried. Pan-frying falafel allows you to enjoy the same crispy, flavorful exterior without the added oil of deep-frying. This recipe for pan-fried falafel is perfect for anyone looking for a healthier alternative to traditional deep-fried falafel.

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Ingredients

  • 1 (15 ounce) can chickpeas (garbanzo beans), drained
  • 1 onion, chopped
  • ½ cup fresh parsley
  • 2 cloves garlic, chopped
  • 1 egg
  • 2 teaspoons ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon ground coriander
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon lemon juice
  • ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 1 pinch cayenne pepper
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 cup dry bread crumbs, or as needed
  • 1 cup oil for frying, or as needed

Information

  • Prep Time: 30 mins
  • Cook Time: 20 mins
  • Total Time: 50 mins
  • Servings: 4
  • Yield: 4 servings

  • Place chickpeas in a food processor; puree to a thick paste.
  • Place onion, parsley, and garlic in the food processor; puree with chickpeas until combined. Transfer to a bowl.
  • Whisk egg, cumin, coriander, salt, baking powder, lemon juice, black pepper, and cayenne pepper together in a small bowl.
  • Stir egg mixture and 1 tablespoon olive oil into chickpea mixture until well mixed.
  • Slowly stir bread crumbs into chickpea mixture until it holds together but is not sticky. Adjust with more or less bread crumbs as needed.
  • Form mixture into balls and flatten into small patties.
  • Pour olive oil to 1 inch deep in a large cast iron skillet; place over medium-high heat.
  • Fry patties in hot oil until browned, 3 to 5 minutes per side.
  • Nutrition

    309 cal.

    • Total Fat: 13g
    • Saturated Fat: 2g
    • Cholesterol: 47mg
    • Sodium: 1135mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 40g
    • Dietary Fiber: 5g
    • Total Sugars: 3g
    • Protein: 10g
    • Vitamin C: 16mg
    • Calcium: 179mg
    • Iron: 4mg
    • Potassium: 307mg