For best results, use a high-speed blender or food processor to achieve a smooth and creamy texture. If you don't have asafoetida powder, substitute with 2-3 cloves of garlic and 1 small chopped onion for a similar flavor profile. Adjust the amount of red chili powder to your preferred spice level. Ensure the oil is at the correct temperature before frying to prevent the falafels from becoming greasy. Serve immediately for the crispiest texture.
Authentic Falafels
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PREP TIME30 mins
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COOK TIME10 mins
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TOTAL TIME9 hrs 40 mins
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SERVING6 People
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VIEWS87
Experience the vibrant flavors of the Middle East with these authentic falafels. Crafted from soaked dried chickpeas and a medley of aromatic spices, these golden-brown delights offer a crispy exterior and a tender, flavorful interior. Perfect for stuffing into pitas, topping salads, or enjoying as a satisfying snack.
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Nutrition
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Carbohydrate21 g
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Fiber6 g
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Protein7 g
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Saturated Fat2 g
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Sodium582 mg
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Sugar4 g
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Fat18 g
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Unsaturated Fat0 g
DIRECTIONS
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01 Step
Recipe View 8 hrs Place dried chickpeas in a bowl. Fill with water to cover; stir in baking soda. Soak at least 8 hours or overnight in the refrigerator. Drain. (8-12 hours)
02 Step
Recipe View 5 mins Place soaked and drained chickpeas in a blender or food processor; blend to a paste. (5 minutes)
03 Step
Recipe View 2 mins Pour water into chickpea paste and blend until smooth. Scrape down sides of blender with spatula if needed. (2 minutes)
04 Step
Recipe View 3 mins Place sesame seeds, cumin, salt, baking powder, coriander, black pepper, red chili powder, sugar, turmeric, and asafoetida powder in blender with chickpea paste; blend until well mixed. Transfer chickpea mixture to a bowl. (3 minutes)
05 Step
Recipe View 1 hrs Chill chickpea mixture in refrigerator to allow flavors to blend, at least 1 hour and up to two days. (1-48 hours)
06 Step
Recipe View 10 mins Pour vegetable oil to a depth of 1 inch in a deep skillet over medium heat and heat to 370 degrees F (188 degrees C). (10 minutes)
07 Step
Recipe View 15 mins Scoop up chickpea mixture by heaping tablespoons and form into balls the size of ping pong balls. (15 minutes)
08 Step
Recipe View 8 mins Fry balls in hot oil until golden brown, 3 to 5 minutes on each side. (6-10 minutes)
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Janick Flatley
Jun 16, 2025My family loved these! I will definitely be making them again.
Bethel Wiza
Apr 2, 2025The chilling time is crucial for the flavors to meld together. Don't skip this step!
Annabell Macgyver
Dec 6, 2024These falafels are amazing! They taste just like the ones I had in Israel.
Garry Okeefe
Sep 12, 2024Easy to follow recipe and the falafels were delicious!
Darron Streich
Jul 12, 2024I substituted the asafoetida with garlic and onion, and they still turned out great!