Falafel

Ingredients

• •2 cups dried chickpeas (soaked overnight)
• •1 cup fresh parsley, chopped
• •1/2 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
• •4 cloves garlic, minced
• •1 small onion, chopped
• •1 teaspoon ground cumin
• •1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
• •1/2 cup all-purpose flour
• •1 teaspoon salt
• •Oil for frying

Directions

1. 1Drain soaked chickpeas and pat dry with paper towels.
2. 2Pulse chickpeas, parsley, cilantro, garlic, onion, cumin, cayenne, and salt in a food processor until coarsely combined.
3. 3Add flour and pulse until mixture holds together but remains slightly crumbly.
4. 4Form mixture into 16-20 small balls and gently flatten into patties.
5. 5Heat 2 inches of oil in a deep skillet to 350°F.
6. 6Fry falafel in batches for 2-3 minutes per side until deep golden brown.
7. 7Drain on paper towels and serve warm with tahini sauce and pita bread.

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