45 min
Hands-on time
+ 8 hr soaking or marinating first
MediumDifficulty
5 stepsSteps
Method
- 1 Soak chickpeas overnight, then drain.
- 2 Grind the beans with cilantro, garlic, and spices.
- 3 Shape into balls, refrigerate for 20 minutes to firm them up.
- 4 Deep fry for 4 minutes until brown and crispy.
- 5 Serve with sesame sauce and flatbread.
With an appliance
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Air fryer 45 min
Replace step 4: spray the falafel balls with oil, fry in an air fryer at 190 degrees for 12 minutes, flipping at the 6th minute for both sides to brown and crisp; soaking and cooling times remain the same.