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Falafel
Pulse soaked drained chickpeas, onion, garlic, herbs and spices to a coarse paste โ not a puree. Rest 30 minutes cold. A spoon of flour only if it will not hold.
Questions about this dish
Answers taken from this dish's times, amounts, swaps and tips โ not a chatbot.
How long does Falafel take?
12 hr 40 min all in โ 25 min prep, 15 min cook, 12 hr rest. That is the time on this recipe, not a guess.
How many does it serve?
The recipe is written for 4 plates. Scale the ingredient list on the page if you are cooking for a different number.
How hard is it?
Medium.
How spicy is it?
Mild.
What allergens should I watch?
This recipe is labelled for Sesame. Labels are informational โ check the packets in your kitchen. This is not medical advice.
Does it fit a diet?
The published recipe is labelled Vegetarian, Vegan.
What does it cost to cook?
Cheap night โ about Under $8 USD, as a grocery budget for this recipe, not a restaurant price.
What equipment do I need?
Blender, Saucepan.
How much salt do I put in?
The recipe lists Salt at 1 tsp.
What can I use instead?
Chickpeas โ Split dried fava. Egyptian ta'ameya energy. Still a fritter.
Any tips from this recipe?
If they explode, the paste is too wet or the oil is too cool. Baking is a different, drier fritter. Say so.
Can I use an air fryer?
This method is not written for an air fryer. The core technique on the page still applies.