A delicious vegetarian recipe from Turkish cuisine. Heat 1 tbsp oil in a large pan, then fry the onion and garlic over a low heat for 5 mins until softened. Tip into a large mixing…

How to easily make Falafel?
Preparing this delicious recipe will only take you 30 minutes. It is a perfect and healthy option to enjoy with your family or friends. Below you will find the ingredients and the detailed step-by-step instructions.
Falafel
Ingredientes
- 2 tablespoons Sunflower Oil
- 1 chopped Onion
- 1 clove peeled crushed Garlic
- 400g Chickpeas
- 1 tsp Ground Cumin
- 1 tsp Ground Coriander
- Handful Parsley
- 1 beaten Egg
Instrucciones
- Heat 1 tbsp oil in a large pan, then fry the onion and garlic over a low heat for 5 mins until softened. Tip into a large mixing bowl with the chickpeas and spices, then mash together with a fork or potato masher until the chickpeas are totally broken down. Stir in the parsley or dried herbs, with seasoning to taste. Add the egg, then squish the mixture together with your hands.
- Mould the mix into 6 balls, then flatten into patties. Heat the remaining oil in the pan, then fry the falafels on a medium heat for 3 mins on each side, until golden brown and firm. Serve hot or cold with couscous, pitta bread or salad.
Additional tips for your Falafel
Feel free to experiment with different spices or side dishes to give your personal touch to this recipe. If you liked it, don’t forget to share it and leave us a comment telling us how it turned out!

