Classic Falafel Patty

Crispy, golden, and bursting with herbaceous flavor, this Classic Falafel Patty recipe is your gateway to mastering authentic Middle Eastern cuisine at home. Made with protein-rich dried chickpeas and a fragrant blend of fresh parsley, cilantro, garlic, and warm spices like cumin and coriander, these falafel patties deliver a satisfying crunch on the outside with a tender, flavorful center. The baking powder ensures a light texture, while a hint of cayenne pepper adds just the right amount of heat. Perfectly pan-fried to perfection, these patties are versatile enough to star in a pita sandwich, as a topping for a vibrant salad, or dipped into creamy tahini sauce. Prep and cooking take under an hour (excluding soaking time), making this a delicious and wholesome option for weeknight dinners or casual get-togethers. Plus, it's naturally vegan and gluten-friendly with simple substitutions, ensuring everyone can enjoy these irresistible bites!

Nutriscore Rating: 71/100

Prep Time:25 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 cup dried chickpeas
• 0.5 medium onion
• 2 large garlic cloves
• 0.5 cup fresh parsley leaves
• 0.5 cup fresh cilantro leaves
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon ground coriander
• 1.5 teaspoons salt
• 0.5 teaspoon baking powder
• 0.25 teaspoon ground black pepper
• 0.25 teaspoon cayenne pepper
• 2 tablespoons flour
• 1 cup vegetable oil

Directions

Step 1

Rinse the dried chickpeas thoroughly and place them in a large bowl covered with water. Soak overnight or for at least 12 hours, then drain and rinse again.

Step 2

In a food processor, combine the soaked chickpeas, onion, garlic, parsley, and cilantro. Pulse until the mixture is coarse and slightly chunky, not a paste.

Step 3

Transfer the mixture into a large bowl. Add cumin, coriander, salt, baking powder, black pepper, cayenne pepper, and flour. Stir until thoroughly combined.

Step 4

Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 1 hour. This helps the mixture to firm up.

Step 5

Once the mixture has chilled, use your hands to form small balls, about 2 tablespoons each, and then flatten them into patties.

Step 6

In a large skillet, heat vegetable oil over medium-high heat. Once the oil is hot, add several patties to the pan, being careful not to overcrowd.

Step 7

Fry the patties for 3-4 minutes on each side or until they are golden brown and crispy.

Step 8

Remove the falafel and drain on paper towels. Repeat the frying process with the remaining patties.

Step 9

Serve warm with pita bread, hummus, or tahini sauce, along with your favorite toppings or over a salad.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(737.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2686.5

Total Fat 224.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 31.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 134.4g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 3891.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 155.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 41.1g	0%
Total Sugars 26.9g
Protein 46.0g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 513.1mg	0%
Iron 24.9mg	0%
Potassium 2982.0mg	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: 71.5%

Protein: 6.5%

Carbs: 22.0%