Falafel – Chickpea Fritters
Falafels are a chickpea fritter from the Middle East often served in wraps with hummus or tahini* or served in a tomato sauce like meatballs. Falafel takeaways are hugely popular in Amsterdam, served in pitta bread with salad and sauce. Find them in Norwich – Moorish, Ruth’s or Falafel and Friends on the market. (All listed on my directory)
Servings Prep Time
4portions 20minutes
Cook Time
10minutes
Servings Prep Time
4portions 20minutes
Cook Time
10minutes
Ingredients
Instructions
  1. Process the chickpeas, garlic, onion and herbs to make a pulsed / mashed mix.
  2. Spoon in to a bowl and then mix in the rest of the ingredients to make a smooth soft mix, season well.
  3. With damp hands mould in to 12 – 14 round balls and then slightly squash each one to make a UFO shaped falafel.
  4. Deep-fry in hot oil setting 8 / 180*c until golden brown.
  5. Serve 3 – 4 falafel in a warm pitta bread with salad and hummus.
Recipe Notes

Variations – Make 4 burger patties with the same mix, pan-fry in a little olive oil until golden on both sides and serve in wholemeal baps with pickles.