Falafel is the ultimate Middle Eastern vegan street food made from chickpeas and various spices, forming crispy yet soft bites that are perfect for any meal.
1: Soak chickpeas overnight with baking soda.
2: Wash chickpeas the following day and remove excess water.
3: In a large bowl, add soaked chickpeas, chopped cilantro, onions, and jalapeño.
4: Pulse the previous ingredients in a food processor to a coarse texture.
5: Combine spices with chickpea mixture and mix well.
6: Fluff in baking soda.
7: Form falafel using a scoop or mini cupcake tin.
8: Fry falafel in corn oil over medium-high heat for at least five minutes until dark brown and crunchy.
9: Prepare tahini sauce by blending tahini, parsley, lemon juice, salt, and slowly drizzle in cold water until desired consistency.
