This traditional Egyptian dish is made with chickpeas, garlic, herbs, and spices, deep-fried into a golden-brown goodness. Enjoy with pita bread or a salad.
Ingredients
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1 cup dried chickpeas
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3 cloves garlic
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2 tablespoons chopped parsley
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2 teaspoons ground cumin
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1 teaspoon ground coriander
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1 teaspoon baking powder
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1 teaspoon salt
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1 tablespoon lemon juice
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1 cup all-purpose flour
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1 cup water
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0 vegetable oil for frying
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Egyptian
falafel
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- short description
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Soak the chickpeas in water overnight.
Mash the chickpeas with a fork.
Mix in the garlic, parsley, cumin, coriander, baking powder, salt, and lemon juice.
Mix in the flour and water.
Form the mixture into balls and flatten slightly.
Heat the oil in a deep fryer to 350°F.
Fry the falafel in the hot oil until golden-brown.
Drain on paper towels.
- detailed description
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Soak the chickpeas in a large bowl of water overnight. This will help to soften them and make them easier to mash.
Drain the chickpeas and transfer them to a bowl. Mash them with a fork until they are a thick paste.
Add the garlic, parsley, cumin, coriander, baking powder, salt, and lemon juice to the chickpeas. Mix until everything is evenly distributed.
Mix in the flour and water until the mixture is thick and sticky. You may need to add more water or flour to achieve the desired consistency.
Form the mixture into balls and flatten slightly. The falafel should be about the size of a golf ball.
Heat the oil in a deep fryer to 350°F. Carefully drop the falafel into the hot oil and fry for about 5 minutes, or until golden-brown.
Remove the falafel from the oil and drain on paper towels. Serve immediately.
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