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Easy 1 hr 55 min~250 kcal 8/10
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Falafel
A Middle Eastern street staple that fries soaked chickpeas, herbs, garlic, and spices into crisp shells with a green, tender center.
Medium⏱️ 13 hr 20 min📖 1 min readServes 4~360 kcal🌍 Middle Eastern🌍 Full translation
30 min prep 20 min cook 750 min rest
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Timeline
Total 13 h 20 min- Prep30 min
- Resting/Marinating12 h 30 min
- Cooking20 min
Ingredients
4 servings
Quick:
- 2 su bardağı(~400 ml) Chickpeas
- 1 adet Onion
- 3 diş Garlic
- 0.5 demet Parsley
- 0.3 demet Cilantro
- 1 tatlı kaşığı(~10 ml) Cumin
- 1 tatlı kaşığı(~10 ml) Salt
- 1 çay kaşığı(~5 ml) Baking powder
- 2 yemek kaşığı(~30 ml) Sesame seeds
- 2 su bardağı(~400 ml) Neutral oil
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Instructions
- 1
Soak the chickpeas in water for 12 hours, then drain.
12 hr720:00 - 2
Process the chickpeas, onion, garlic, herbs, cumin, and salt into a coarse mixture.
- 3
Add the baking powder and chill the mixture for 30 minutes.
30 min30:00 - 4
Shape small balls and coat them with sesame seeds.
- 5
Fry in hot oil for 4 to 5 minutes, until all sides are deep golden.
5 min05:00
💡 Tip: Do not use canned chickpeas, soaked raw chickpeas help falafel fry without falling apart.
🍽️ Serving suggestion: Serve with tahini sauce, lavash, and pickles.
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Nutrition (per serving)
~360
kcal calories
13
g protein
38
g carbs
18
g fat
Protein 14%Carbs 42%Fat 44%
GI 27 · Low GIGL 10 · Low GL
12g
Sugar
19.1g
Fiber
1325.7mg
Sodium
14.5g
Saturated fat
Approximate values, derived from ingredient amounts using USDA FoodData Central and TÜBİTAK Turkish Food Composition Database. Actual values can vary by roughly ±20% depending on cooking method, brand, and portion size. For diet or medical conditions, consult a dietitian or doctor.
Satiety (per serving)
8/10Strong satiety, counts as a main meal
This recipe may contain allergens
- Sesame
Allergens are derived automatically from the ingredient list, covering the main groups of the EU-14 food allergen standard (gluten, milk, eggs, peanuts, tree nuts, soy, seafood, sesame, celery, mustard). Cross-contamination (shared kitchen equipment, shared surfaces) isn't tracked, if you have a serious allergy, review the full ingredient list yourself and ask about preparation.
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FAQ
How many servings does Falafel make?
This recipe serves 4.How long does Falafel take?
Prep 30 minutes, cooking 20 minutes, including 750 minutes of passive resting; 800 minutes in total.Is Falafel difficult?
This recipe is rated medium.How many calories does Falafel have?
Approximately 360 kcal per serving. Protein: 13g, carbs: 38g, fat: 18g.Which allergens does Falafel contain?
This recipe contains Sesame. Check it against your dietary needs.Which cuisine does Falafel belong to?
This recipe belongs to Middle Eastern cuisine.How many ingredients does Falafel need?
This recipe needs 10 ingredients.Is Falafel filling?
Satiety bar per serving is 8/10; strongly filling, works as a main meal. The score is based on protein, fiber and the satiety index.
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