Gluten-Free Crispy Homemade Falafels

Elevate your falafel game with these Gluten-Free Crispy Homemade Falafels, a deliciously healthy twist on the Middle Eastern classic. Made from soaked dried chickpeas and flavored with aromatic fresh herbs like parsley and cilantro, these falafels are seasoned to perfection with garlic, cumin, and coriander. The addition of chickpea flour keeps them gluten-free while ensuring the perfect texture—crispy on the outside and tender on the inside. Chilled for firmness and fried to golden-brown perfection, these falafels are ideal for sandwiches, salads, or as a satisfying snack with your favorite dipping sauce. Quick to prepare and naturally gluten-free, this recipe is a must-try for anyone craving authentic, homemade falafel with a crispy bite.

Nutriscore Rating: 58/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 cup Dried chickpeas
• 0.5 cup Onion, chopped
• 0.5 cup Fresh parsley, chopped
• 0.5 cup Fresh cilantro, chopped
• 3 cloves Garlic cloves, minced
• 2 teaspoons Ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon Ground coriander
• 1.5 teaspoons Salt
• 1 teaspoon Baking powder
• 2 tablespoons Chickpea (gram) flour
• 2 cups Vegetable oil for frying

Directions

Step 1

Place the dried chickpeas in a bowl and cover with plenty of water. Soak overnight, or at least 12 hours, until they have doubled in size.

Step 2

Drain and rinse the soaked chickpeas, then add them to a food processor.

Step 3

Add the chopped onion, parsley, cilantro, and minced garlic to the food processor.

Step 4

Add the ground cumin, ground coriander, and salt.

Step 5

Pulse the mixture until it resembles the texture of coarse sand. Do not over-process or puree the mixture.

Step 6

Transfer the mixture to a bowl and stir in the baking powder and chickpea flour. Mix until everything is well incorporated.

Step 7

Cover the bowl and refrigerate the mixture for at least 1 hour to help the batter hold together.

Step 8

Once chilled, form the mixture into small balls or patties using your hands or a tablespoon.

Step 9

Heat the vegetable oil in a deep pan or skillet to 350°F (175°C).

Step 10

Carefully drop the falafel balls into the hot oil in batches, being careful not to overcrowd the pan.

Step 11

Fry for 3-4 minutes on each side, or until golden brown and crispy.

Step 12

Remove the falafel with a slotted spoon and drain on paper towels.

Step 13

Serve hot with your choice of dipping sauce, in a salad, or in a gluten-free wrap.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1037.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	4980.5

Total Fat 489.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 69.2g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 4152.4mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 158.8g	0%
Dietary Fiber 46.3g	0%
Total Sugars 30.0g
Protein 50.3g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 631.8mg	0%
Iron 27.0mg	0%
Potassium 3488.0mg	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: 84.0%

Protein: 3.8%

Carbs: 12.1%