Kosher Falafel With Tahini Sauce

Falafel is a popular Middle Eastern dish made from ground chickpeas or fava beans, mixed with herbs and spices, and then deep-fried. It is often served in a pita pocket with fresh vegetables and tahini sauce. This kosher version of falafel is perfect for a delicious and satisfying meal.

Kosher Falafel With Tahini Sauce

Ingredients

  • 2 cups dried chickpeas, soaked overnight
  • 1 small onion, roughly chopped
  • 4 cloves garlic
  • 1 cup fresh parsley, chopped
  • 1 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon ground coriander
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • Vegetable oil, for frying
  • Pita bread, for serving
  • Sliced tomatoes, cucumbers, and lettuce, for serving

Instructions

  1. Drain the soaked chickpeas and pat them dry with a paper towel.
  2. In a food processor, combine the chickpeas, onion, garlic, parsley, cilantro, cumin, coriander, salt, pepper, and baking soda. Pulse until the mixture is finely ground but not pureed.
  3. Transfer the mixture to a bowl, cover, and refrigerate for 1 hour.
  4. Form the mixture into small balls or patties and place them on a baking sheet.
  5. In a large skillet, heat 1 inch of vegetable oil over medium-high heat. Fry the falafel in batches until golden brown and crispy, about 3-4 minutes per side. Drain on paper towels.
  6. Serve the falafel in pita bread with sliced tomatoes, cucumbers, lettuce, and tahini sauce.

Cooking & Preparation

Preparation time:
15 minutes
Cooking time:
10 minutes
Total time:
25 minutes
Cooking method
Stovetop

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

Calories
300 per serving
Protein
12g
Carbohydrates
35g
Fat
14g

Supplies

Food processor Skillet Baking sheet Paper towels

Tools

Knife Cutting board Measuring cups and spoons

Serving suggestions

Serve the falafel with a side of tabbouleh salad and pickled vegetables for a complete meal.

Tips & tricks

For extra flavor, you can add a pinch of cayenne pepper or a squeeze of lemon juice to the falafel mixture before frying.

Cost

$10