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Falafel (Arabian Snack)
miansari66
20-25 pieces
BeginnerFalafel is an Arabian snack , popular around the Middle East from Saudi Arbia to Palestine, Lebanon, Syria, and UAE. It is very tasty and crunchy snack. Try this recipe at Iftar during this Ramadan and enjoy.
Total Steps
6
Ingredients
13
Tools Needed
1
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- 1/2 teaspoon Red Chilli powder
- 1/2 teaspoon Coriander powder
- 1 glass Kabuli Channa (chickpeas)
- 1 medium size onion, finely chopped
- 4 cloves Garlic, finely chopped
- Oil for deep frying
- 3/4 teaspoon Salt
- 1/2 teaspoon Black pepper
- 2 teaspoon Sesame seed
- 1/2 teaspoon Cumin powder
- 1/4 teaspoon Baking soda
- 1/4 cup Fresh Coriander leaves, chopped
- 1/4 cup Fresh Mint Leaves or Parsley leaves, chopped
Instructions
1
Step 1
Clean and soak chickpea in enough water with 1 teaspoon of added baking soda for 6-8 hours.
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Step 2
Wash and drain chickpeas, then grind/crush in an electric grinder or on sil batta (Grinding stone). Add 1/8-1/4 cup water during grinding/crushing if needed.
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Step 3
Add spices , onion, garlic, Fresh coriander and mint and mix well.
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Step 4
Make wall nut size ball from this mixture and deep fry in oil on medium flame till tender/crunchy and golden in colour.
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Step 5
Delicious Falfel are ready. Serve with Tahini Sauce and Khubz/Pita bread..
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Step 6
Note: 2 teaspoon wheat flour or two bread slice pieces can be added to avoid disintergration/shape-damage during frying.