FALAFEL: CHICKPEA PATTIES

facebook share image   twitter share image   pinterest share image   E-Mail share image



Falafel: Chickpea Patties image

Provided by Food Network

Time 30m

Yield 6 to 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 21

1 pound dried chickpeas
1 small onion, coarsely chopped
2 cloves garlic, crushed
1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon ground coriander
1 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
1/4 teaspoon red chile flakes, optional
Salt and pepper, as needed
1/2 cup vegetable oil
6 to 8 pitas, tops sliced open and lightly toasted
Shredded lettuce, as needed
Tomato wedges, as needed
Sliced red onion, as needed
Sliced cucumbers, as needed
Tahini Sauce, recipe follows
1 clove garlic
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup tahini
1/2 cup water
1/2 cup lemon juice

Steps:

  • Make the Falafel: Soak the chickpeas in cold water in the refrigerator overnight.
  • Drain the chickpeas and place them with the onion in the bowl of a food processor. Add the rest of the ingredients, except the oil. Mix well. Process the mixture a second time. Form the mixture into walnut-sized balls and deep-fry or pan-fry in hot oil.
  • Make the Sandwiches: Stuff the pitas with lettuce and nestle the falafel patties inside. Top with the rest of the ingredients and drizzle with the tahini sauce. Serve immediately.
  • Mash the garlic and salt together. Add the tahini, mixing well. The sauce will thicken. Gradually add the water, blending thoroughly. Then add the lemon juice. Blend well.
  • Note: This can be a thin or thick sauce, depending upon the use and preference. Simply adjust with lemon juice and water. This can be used with vegetables or in combination with other recipes.

Mahi Manan
[email protected]

These falafel patties were really easy to make and turned out great! I served them with pita bread, hummus, and tahini sauce, and it was a delicious meal.


Naher Nahi
[email protected]

These falafel patties were amazing! They were so flavorful and satisfying. I will definitely be making them again.


Hamza Ashraaf
[email protected]

I'm not a big fan of falafel, but I thought these patties were pretty good. They were crispy on the outside and moist on the inside, and the flavor was good. I would definitely eat them again.


Stylo Vicky
[email protected]

These falafel patties were delicious! I loved the crispy texture and the flavorful spices. I served them with pita bread and hummus, and it was a perfect meal.


Ssebuufu Tadeo
[email protected]

I was really excited to try this recipe, but I was disappointed with the results. The patties were bland and didn't have much flavor. I think I'll try a different recipe next time.


Md momin Khan joy
[email protected]

These falafel patties were a bit too spicy for my taste, but they were still good. I think I'll use less chili powder next time.


Matlelenki Mafitoe
[email protected]

Meh.


Yared Abere
[email protected]

These falafel patties were a bit dry, but the flavor was good. I think I'll try adding some more moisture next time, maybe by using a different type of flour or adding some vegetables to the mixture.


_chrispy_ j
[email protected]

I've never had falafel before, but these patties were amazing! They were crispy on the outside and moist on the inside, and the flavor was out of this world. I will definitely be making these again.


Madiha Jaan
[email protected]

These falafel patties were easy to make and turned out great! I used a food processor to chop the chickpeas, and it made the process really quick and easy. I served them with pita bread and hummus, and it was a delicious meal.


Siyabulela Motsetse
[email protected]

I'm not a vegetarian, but I loved these falafel patties. They were so flavorful and satisfying. I will definitely be making them again.


William Bl00m (Will)
[email protected]

These falafel patties were delicious! I loved the crispy texture and the flavorful spices. I served them with pita bread, hummus, and tahini sauce, and it was a perfect meal.


Bikash Stha
[email protected]

I've made falafel before, but this recipe is by far the best. The patties were so flavorful and held together perfectly. I will definitely be making these again.


Jucelio Delmondes
[email protected]

These falafel patties were a hit with my family! They were crispy on the outside and moist on the inside. The flavor was amazing, with a perfect balance of spices. I served them with tahini sauce and a side of veggies, and everyone loved them.