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Chickpea, Garlic and Herb Falafel

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  • Preparation time
    73 min
  • Difficulty Easy
  • Number of servings
    6

These crispy and flavorful vegetarian patties are made with a blend of chickpeas, garlic, and a medley of fragrant herbs. With a golden-brown exterior and a tender, herb-infused interior, these falafels are a delightful addition to any meal. Serve them in pita bread with fresh veggies and a drizzle of tahini sauce, or enjoy them on their own as a protein-packed snack.

Ingredients
  • Chickpeas, canned, drained, rinsed(400 g)
  • Lemon juice, fresh(15 ml)
  • Lemon Zest(5 g)
  • Maggi Chili Sauce(30 ml)
  • Onion, white, grated(200 g)
  • Garlic, crushed(10 g)
  • 3 grams Salt, Table
  • Pepper, black, fine(2 g)
  • Coriander, fresh, finely chopped(5 g)
  • Parsley, fresh, finely chopped(5 g)
  • 90 grams Wheat Flour
  • 3 Units Egg, Whole, Raw, Fresh
  • Dry Bread Crumbs 150g

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Preparation
  • 1
    Drain the chickpeas and rinse them well. Pat them dry.
  • 2
    Place the chickpeas, lemon juice, zest, chili sauce, onion, garlic, and seasonings in the bowl of a food processor and blitz for 20-30 seconds until smooth.
  • 3
    Add approx. half of the flour and mix in gently by hand. Continue mixing and adding in flour, just until the mixture holds together. Season with salt and pepper.
  • 4
    Stir in the fresh coriander and parsley.
  • 5
    Portion into 30 g portions and roll. Place on a greased baking sheet, cover lightly in plastic wrap and refrigerate for 15-20 minutes.
  • 6
    Pre-heat the oven to 200°C.
  • 7
    Dredge in remaining flour and shake off to create a light coating
  • 8
    In a small bowl whisk together eggs and no oil dressing to create an egg wash and in a separate bowl place the panko crumbs.
  • 9
    Dip each falafel in the egg wash and then in the panko crumb and then return to the baking sheet
  • 10
    Bake for 15-20 minutes until crisp and golden
  • 11
    Serve
Nutritional facts per serving
Energy
300.4 kcal | 15.0 %
Protein
13.3 g | 17.0 %
Carbohydrates
49.0 g | 66.0 %
Sugars
6.0 g
Fiber
6.7 g
Sodium
579.8 mg
Fats
5.8 g | 17.0 %
Saturated Fats
1.3 g