20 Falafel Recipes to Try
Source: Nelea Reazanteva, AdobeStockFalafel are fried balls made from ground legumes, which can be served on their own, with a side dish, or used as a filling in shawarmas and wraps. We've gathered 20 simple and delicious recipes for you to try!
1. Chickpea Falafel
Source: nuryildiran.comClassic falafel, especially popular in Israel as a fast-food item.
You will need: 200g chickpeas, 1 onion, 1 clove garlic, 0.5 tsp baking powder, 0.5 tsp each of cumin, coriander, salt, and turmeric, 4 sprigs cilantro, breadcrumbs.
Preparation: Soak chickpeas overnight in cold water and blend with onion, garlic, and herbs. Add baking powder and spices, form into balls, roll in breadcrumbs, and deep-fry the falafel.
2. Bean Falafel
Source: megapovarenok.ruThis falafel is especially good with your favorite tomato sauce.
You will need: 150g cooked beans, 25g herbs, 1 onion, 2 cloves garlic, 1 tbsp lemon juice, 4 tbsp flour, 100ml water, spices.
Preparation: Place all ingredients in a blender and process until smooth. Refrigerate the mixture for half an hour, form into balls, and deep-fry.
3. Pea Falafel
Source: turvopros.comIt's best to use split peas as they soften faster.
You will need: 250g split peas, 20g ginger, 1/2 chili pepper, 4 sprigs cilantro, 4 cloves garlic, 1 tsp each of turmeric and cumin, 1 onion, 0.5 tsp baking powder, 3 tbsp flour, 3 tbsp apple cider vinegar, spices.
Preparation: Soak peas overnight, then blend with a small amount of water. Add all other ingredients, blend again, form into balls, and pan-fry.
4. Canned Chickpea Falafel
Source: stella-clothes.ruThe advantage is that this falafel cooks much faster.
You will need: 250g canned chickpeas, 1 clove garlic, 100g onion, 1 tsp each of salt and baking soda, spices, flour.
Preparation: Pass chickpeas, garlic, and onion through a meat grinder, add salt, baking soda, and spices, and mix well. Form into balls, roll in flour, and deep-fry in plenty of oil.
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5. Lentil Falafel
Source: s30641943276.mirtesen.ruRed or green lentils will work, according to your preference.
You will need: 200g lentils, 1 onion, 1 clove garlic, 3 sprigs parsley, 0.5 tsp baking powder, turmeric, cumin, coriander, paprika, and other spices, breadcrumbs.
Preparation: Soak lentils overnight and pass them through a meat grinder several times along with the onion. Mince parsley and garlic into the mixture, add baking powder with spices, and mix well. Form into balls, roll in breadcrumbs, and deep-fry the falafel.
6. Chickpea Flour and Cream Cheese Falafel
Source: ru.a2zhealthproducts.comA very interesting recipe with a completely different texture for the finished dish.
You will need: 250g chickpea flour, 4 tbsp wheat flour, 100g cream cheese, 3 cloves garlic, 1 onion, 1 tsp baking soda, 0.5 tsp each of cumin, coriander, ground red pepper, cardamom, and other spices, 4 sprigs of herbs.
Preparation: Grate the onion finely, mince garlic and herbs into it, and add baking soda with all spices. Mix with cream cheese and gradually add sifted chickpea flour. Let the mixture rest for 20 minutes, add wheat flour and let it rest for another 10 minutes. With wet hands, form into balls and bake the falafel on parchment paper in the oven for 35-45 minutes at 180 degrees Celsius.
7. Carrot Falafel
Source: wallbox.ruCarrots not only add new flavor dimensions but also a beautiful orange color.
You will need: 2 cups cooked chickpeas, 2 carrots, 1 onion, 4 cloves garlic, 4 tbsp tahini, juice of 1 lemon, 2 tbsp flour, 2 tbsp chopped herbs, coriander, salt, hot pepper.
Preparation: Grate the carrots, place all ingredients in a blender, and blend until smooth. Form the mixture into balls and deep-fry them in plenty of oil.
8. Pumpkin Falafel
Source: feedingvegans.comExperiment with spices – coriander, cloves, cinnamon, cardamom, ginger, red pepper.
You will need: 250g canned chickpeas, 120g pumpkin puree, 1/3 cup rolled oats, 1.5 tbsp olive oil, 5 sprigs parsley, 2 cloves garlic, spices.
Preparation: Place all ingredients except pumpkin puree in a blender and blend until smooth. Mix with pumpkin, form into small balls, and bake the falafel on parchment paper in the oven for about 25 minutes at 190 degrees Celsius.
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9. Vegetable Falafel
Source: veganweightlossguide.comThe easiest solution is to add a couple of handfuls of your favorite frozen vegetable mix.
You will need: 200g chickpeas, 1 onion, 1 tbsp olive oil, 1 clove garlic, 1 tsp baking powder, 2-3 tbsp vegetable mix, spices, 4 sprigs cilantro, breadcrumbs.
Preparation: Soak chickpeas overnight and blend with olive oil, onion, garlic, spices, baking powder, and herbs. Mince large vegetables, leave small ones as they are. Fold them into the chickpea mixture. Form into balls, roll in breadcrumbs, and deep-fry until golden brown.
10. Herb Falafel
Source: stella-clothes.ruThis falafel turns out golden and crispy even without deep-frying.
You will need: 2 cups cooked chickpeas, 1 onion, 4 cloves garlic, 30g each of cilantro, parsley, and green onions, 1 tsp each of coriander, cumin, mixed peppers, and other spices.
Preparation: Place all ingredients in a blender and blend until smooth. Form into small balls, place on parchment paper, and bake in the oven for about half an hour at 190 degrees Celsius.
11. Nut Falafel
Source: nuraydantarifler.comAn original falafel recipe completely without legumes, but following the same principle.
You will need: 300g almonds, 300g walnuts, 100g raisins, 100g sesame seeds, 30g each of chopped cilantro and parsley, 20g garlic, 50ml each of lemon juice and olive oil, spices and herbs.
Preparation: Soak nuts for 12 hours and rinse. Soak raisins for an hour. Pass everything through a meat grinder and add sesame seeds. Add the remaining ingredients to the nuts and mix thoroughly or blend. Form small balls and bake them for 20 minutes in the oven at 190 degrees Celsius.
12. Lentil and Quinoa Falafel
Source: food.inmyroom.ruAnother excellent option for lovers of culinary experiments.
You will need: 400g lentils, 85g quinoa, 1 carrot, 1 bunch green onions, 2 tbsp flour, spices.
Preparation: Cook lentils and quinoa according to package instructions. Add grated carrot and spices, and blend everything. Add chopped green onions and flour, mix, form into balls, and deep-fry the falafel.
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13. Beetroot and Tahini Falafel
Source: thegibraltarmagazine.comBeetroot adds vibrancy and novelty to this familiar snack.
You will need: 800g canned chickpeas, 500g beetroot, 2 onions, 1 egg, 1 tbsp olive oil, 2 tsp cumin, 100g breadcrumbs, 1 tbsp tahini, spices.
Preparation: Finely chop the onion and sauté in olive oil until soft. Add cumin, grated beetroot, breadcrumbs, tahini, and egg, and blend everything. Separately mince the chickpeas, combine both mixtures, and form falafel balls. Refrigerate them for 10 minutes, then bake in the oven on parchment paper for 25 minutes at 200 degrees Celsius.
14. Cashew and Spinach Falafel
Source: lifeisohsodandy.comIn addition to spinach, we'll add a handful of cashews for flavor variety.
You will need: 120g chickpeas, 50g cashews, 4 cloves garlic, 50g spinach, 1 onion, 1 bunch parsley, 1 bunch dill, 50ml lemon juice, 30g breadcrumbs, spices.
Preparation: Soak chickpeas overnight, boil for about 30 minutes, and place in a blender. Add the remaining ingredients and blend everything until smooth. Form into balls and, if desired, roll them in breadcrumbs. Bake the falafel in the oven for 25-30 minutes at 180 degrees Celsius.
15. Sweet Potato Falafel
Source: lifehacker.ruDelicious falafel in a hurry!
You will need: 1 sweet potato, 250g canned chickpeas, 1 tbsp tahini, 2 tbsp olive oil, 1 tbsp lemon juice, 2 cloves garlic, 1 chili pepper, spices.
Preparation: Grate the sweet potato. Place all ingredients in a blender and blend until smooth. Form into balls and bake them in the oven for 25 minutes at 180 degrees Celsius.
16. Zucchini Falafel
Source: solorecetas.comZucchini makes the legume patties more tender and juicy.
You will need: 300g chickpeas, 1 zucchini, 1 onion, 1 egg, 2 cloves garlic, 1 bunch herbs, 1 tsp curry, 3 tbsp flour, spices.
Preparation: Soak chickpeas overnight and boil until cooked. Grate the zucchini and squeeze out excess liquid. Place all ingredients in a blender, blend until smooth, form into balls, and pan-fry until golden brown.
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17. Mushroom Falafel
Source: eatlivetravel.nlYou can also add a little dried wild mushrooms for aroma.
You will need: 250g mushrooms, 150g canned chickpeas, 100g hard cheese, 1 egg, 1 bunch herbs, spices, flour, breadcrumbs.
Preparation: Sauté mushrooms until cooked. Blend them with chickpeas, herbs, cheese, and spices. Form into balls and roll each in flour. Then – in egg, and then – in breadcrumbs. Deep-fry the falafel.
18. Cheese Falafel
Source: grandactive.ruExperiment with different types of cheese to your taste.
You will need: 200g chickpeas, 80g cheese, half a bunch of herbs, 1 onion, 2 cloves garlic, spices, breadcrumbs.
Preparation: Soak chickpeas overnight and blend them with onion, garlic, herbs, and spices. Add finely grated cheese, form into balls, roll in breadcrumbs, and deep-fry.
19. Eggplant Falafel
Source: patrasevents.grCurry or smoked paprika would be excellent spices for this.
You will need: 1 cup chickpeas, 1 carrot, 1/2 eggplant, 1/2 onion, spices.
Preparation: Soak chickpeas overnight and blend with onion and spices. Peel and finely grate carrot and eggplant, lightly sauté until soft, and fold into the chickpea mixture. Refrigerate the mixture for an hour, form falafel balls with wet hands, and bake in the oven for 35 minutes at 190 degrees Celsius.
20. Broccoli Falafel
Source: zen.yandex.ruFor this recipe, you don't even need to pre-cook the broccoli.
You will need: 200g canned chickpeas, 150g broccoli, half a bunch of herbs, 1 tbsp each of olive oil and lemon juice, 1 tbsp tahini, 2 cloves garlic, flour, spices.
Preparation: Blend all ingredients except flour. Form into balls, roll in flour, and pan-fry the falafel evenly.
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