2cupsdried chickpeassoaked (I use 1.5 cups Fava Beans + 1/2 cup Chickpeas)
1oniondiced
2clovesgarlicminced
¾cupflat-leaf parsley leaveschopped
¼cupcilantro leaveschopped (I prefer to use more greens)
1Tbsp.chickpea flour if needed
2tsp.cumin powder
2tsp.ground coriander
1tsp.ground black pepper
½tsp.cayenne pepper
1 ½tsp.sea salt
2tspBaking powder if baking the falafel
Instructions
To make Falafel:
Soak beans overnight in water. Drain and rinse. Preheat oil to 350 F. 2 inches of oil in a frying pan will suffice. We prefer to use vegetable or canola oil, but olive oil can be used also.
Place beans in food processor and blend. Add remaining ingredients to form a thick paste-like consistency. If too thick, add 1 tablespoon of water at a time until desired consistency.
Remove falafel mixture from processor. Spoon falafel into hot oil by the tablespoon. Fry for about 2 minutes or until falafel is a golden brown color. Serve falafel by itself, or with hot pita bread with veggies, hummus, or tahini sauce.