Classic Falafel Balls

Crispy, golden, and bursting with flavor, these Classic Falafel Balls are a Middle Eastern delight that's perfect for any meal. Made from protein-packed dried chickpeas, fresh parsley, and cilantro, and seasoned with aromatic ground cumin and coriander, this recipe delivers authentic taste with every bite. These perfectly spiced falafel balls are lightly crisp on the outside and tender on the inside, thanks to a quick frying method that locks in all the goodness. Ideal as a vegetarian main or appetizer, serve them in warm pita bread with fresh veggies and silky tahini sauce, or pair them with your favorite dips for a sensational snack. With straightforward steps and just 50 minutes from prep to plate, this recipe is your ticket to homemade Mediterranean perfection! Keywords: falafel recipe, fried falafel, vegetarian falafel, Mediterranean food, plant-based protein.

Nutriscore Rating: 69/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 250 grams Dried chickpeas
• 1 medium Onion
• 4 whole Garlic cloves
• 30 grams Fresh parsley
• 30 grams Fresh cilantro
• 2 teaspoons Ground cumin
• 2 teaspoons Ground coriander
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 1 teaspoon Baking powder
• 2 tablespoons All-purpose flour
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 500 milliliters Vegetable oil
• 1 tablespoon Water (optional)

Directions

Step 1

Rinse the dried chickpeas well and then place them in a large bowl. Cover with water, allowing for about 5 cm (2 inches) above the chickpeas. Let them soak overnight or for at least 12 hours.

Step 2

Drain the soaked chickpeas and add them to a food processor along with the chopped onion, garlic cloves, parsley, cilantro, ground cumin, ground coriander, salt, black pepper, and baking powder.

Step 3

Pulse the mixture until the chickpeas are finely ground and everything is well combined, but be careful not to puree the mixture. The texture should be slightly grainy.

Step 4

Transfer the mixture to a bowl and add the flour. Mix until everything is well combined. If the mixture is too dry and doesn't hold together well, add a tablespoon of water to help bind it.

Step 5

Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate the mixture for about 30 minutes to firm up.

Step 6

Once the mixture is chilled, form small balls or patties, about the size of a walnut, approximately 1.5 inches in diameter.

Step 7

Heat the vegetable oil in a large deep pan over medium heat to about 180°C (350°F). You can test the oil temperature by dropping a small piece of the falafel mixture into it; it should sizzle and turn golden brown in about a minute.

Step 8

Carefully add the falafel balls to the hot oil, a few at a time, without overcrowding the pan. Fry for about 3-4 minutes, turning once or until they are golden brown and crispy on all sides.

Step 9

Using a slotted spoon, remove the falafel balls from the oil and drain them on a plate lined with paper towels.

Step 10

Serve the falafel balls hot, stuffed in pita bread with fresh vegetables and tahini sauce, or as an appetizer with your favorite dip. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(995.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	4892.0

Total Fat 459.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 64.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 284.0g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 2918.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 193.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 49.5g	0%
Total Sugars 35.2g
Protein 54.9g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 457.9mg	0%
Iron 23.8mg	0%
Potassium 3046.7mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 80.7%

Protein: 4.3%

Carbs: 15.1%