Falafel with tahini

Method

1. 1 Soak chickpeas overnight, then drain.
2. 2 Grind the beans with cilantro, garlic, and spices.
3. 3 Shape into balls, refrigerate for 20 minutes to firm them up.
4. 4 Deep fry for 4 minutes until brown and crispy.
5. 5 Serve with sesame sauce and flatbread.

With an appliance

• 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.