Falafel


Recipe: Falafel

Summary: Originally an Egyptian dish, falafel is normally served in Pita with salads, pickled vegetables, chips, Humous, and Tehina.  Falafel is one of the most popular dishes in Israel and Stands selling hot freshly made Falafel are found all over the country.

Ingredients

  • 1 lb chickpeas
  • 1 chile
  • 2 tablespoons parsley
  • 2 small cloves of garlic
  • and pepper to taste
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
  • oil

Instructions

  1. soak chickpeas overnight. Mince first 4 ingredients. add seasoning and spices to taste. Add baking powder. Allow to stand for 2 hours. Make small balls (about the size of walnuts) Fry in hot deep oil until golden brown. Serves 15-20

Quick Notes

serve in Pita with salad