Lean Green Falafel Machine
Prep time: 20 mins (plus chilling) | Cook time: 25–30 mins | Yields: approx. 15–18 patties
I love LOTS of parsley in my falafel. And why not? It's just a tad healthier!
More delicious deep fried, but oh so much easier and healthier to bake. Substitute the all-purpose flour with more chickpea flour if you'd like them gluten free as well as vegan.
Excellent for freezing, then pop a couple in the microwave for a healthy snack.
Have a beautiful day, and keep loving.
Ingredients
2 cups chickpeas, soaked overnight and drained (do not use canned)
1/2 cooking onion, food processed or roughly chopped
1 bunch fresh parsley (approximately 1.5 cups of leaves)
4 teaspoons garlic powder
2 teaspoons ground cumin
1 teaspoon ground coriander
2 teaspoons salt
1 teaspoon red pepper flakes
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
3 tablespoons chickpea flour
3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
Olive oil (for brushing and the baking sheet)
Instructions
* Prep the Chickpeas: Ensure your chickpeas have been soaked in cold water for at least 12–24 hours and thoroughly drained.
* Combine & Process: In a food processor, combine the soaked chickpeas, onion, parsley, garlic powder, cumin, coriander, salt, pepper flakes, and lemon juice. Pulse until it reaches a coarse, meal-like texture.
* Bind: Sprinkle in the chickpea flour and the all-purpose flour. Pulse a few times until fully incorporated.
* Chill: Transfer to a bowl, cover, and refrigerate for 30 minutes to 1 hour.
* Preheat: Preheat your oven to 425°F. Generously grease a rimmed baking sheet with olive oil (approx. 2–3 tablespoons).
* Add Leavening: Stir the baking soda into the chilled mixture.
* Form Patties: Scoop about 2 tablespoons of the mixture. Gently flatten them into thick patties (about 1/2 inch thick).
* Arrange: Place the patties on the oiled baking sheet. Brush or spray the tops of the patties generously with more olive oil to help them brown.
* Bake: Bake for 12 minutes, then carefully flip the patties over. Bake for another 12 minutes until they are deep golden brown and firm.
* Serve: Let them cool on the pan for 5 minutes before serving.
