Ingredients
- 1 cup dried chickpeas
- 1/4 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 cup fresh cilantro leaves
- 1 tablespoon fresh dill
- 3 cloves garlic
- 1/2 tablespoon ground cumin
- 1/2 tablespoon ground coriander
- Pinch of cayenne pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 tablespoon toasted sesame seeds
- Salt and pepper
- 2 to 3 cups high heat oil, like canola or avocado (for frying)
Instructions
- Place the dried chickpeas and baking soda in a large bowl and cover with cold water. Soak the chickpeas for at least 12 hours. Drain the chickpeas and pat them dry.
- Place the soaked chickpeas, cilantro, dill, garlic, and spices in a food processor and mix well.
- Transfer the falafel mixture to an airtight container. Refrigerate for at least 1 hour.
- Remove the mixture from the fridge. Add the baking powder, sesame seeds, salt, and pepper. Stir well.
- Wet your hands and use them to form the falafel mixture into patties.
- Preheat a deep cast-iron pan with oil over medium-high heat. A heavy pot can also be used.
- Fry the falafel patties in the hot oil for about 5 minutes, until they brown.
- Serve the falafels with pita bread, lettuce, cucumbers, and desired sauces such as yogurt, hummus, or tzatziki.
