Baked Falafel

Baked Falafel
  • PREP TIME
    20 mins
  • COOK TIME
    20 mins
  • TOTAL TIME
    55 mins
  • SERVING
    2 People
  • VIEWS
    744

These oven-baked falafel offer a lighter, healthier take on the classic Middle Eastern delight. Bursting with herbs and spices, they're perfectly crisp on the outside and tender within. Serve them in warm pita pockets with your favorite toppings for a satisfying meal.

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Nutrition

  • Carbohydrate
    39 g
  • Cholesterol
    93 mg
  • Fiber
    7 g
  • Protein
    11 g
  • Saturated Fat
    2 g
  • Sodium
    909 mg
  • Sugar
    1 g
  • Fat
    9 g
  • Unsaturated Fat
    0 g

DIRECTIONS

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Recipe View 5 mins Prepare the Onion: Wrap the chopped onion in a clean cheesecloth or a fine-mesh sieve and squeeze out as much moisture as possible. This step is crucial for preventing soggy falafel. Set aside. (5 minutes)

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Recipe View 3 mins Process the Base: In a food processor, combine the drained garbanzo beans, parsley, minced garlic, cumin, coriander, salt, and baking soda. Process until the mixture is coarsely pureed, resembling a rough paste. Avoid over-processing, as this can result in a gummy texture. (3 minutes)

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Recipe View 2 mins Combine and Bind: In a mixing bowl, combine the garbanzo bean mixture with the prepared onion. Stir in the flour and beaten egg until well combined. The mixture should be firm enough to hold its shape. (2 minutes)

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Recipe View 15 mins Shape and Rest: Lightly flour your hands and shape the mixture into four evenly sized patties. Place the patties on a lightly floured plate or baking sheet. Allow them to rest for 15 minutes in the refrigerator. This helps the patties to firm up and prevents them from falling apart during cooking. (15 minutes resting time)

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Recipe View 10 mins Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C). (10 minutes)

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Recipe View 6 mins Sear the Patties: Heat the olive oil in a large, oven-safe skillet (cast iron is ideal) over medium-high heat. Once the oil is shimmering, carefully place the patties in the skillet, ensuring they are not overcrowded. Cook until golden brown and slightly crisp, about 3 minutes per side. (6 minutes)

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Recipe View 10 mins Bake to Perfection: Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven and bake until the falafel are heated through and cooked. About 10 minutes. (10 minutes)

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Recipe View Serve: Serve immediately while hot and crispy. Garnish with fresh parsley and a drizzle of olive oil. Enjoy in pita bread with your favorite toppings such as tzatziki, hummus, tahini, chopped vegetables, and hot sauce.

For extra flavor, consider adding a pinch of red pepper flakes or a dash of hot sauce to the garbanzo bean mixture.
If the mixture is too wet, add a little more flour, one teaspoon at a time, until it reaches the desired consistency.
For a smoother texture, you can soak the dried chickpeas in water overnight. After that, remove the outer skin before you grind them. Then follow the original recipe.
These falafel can be made ahead of time and reheated. Store them in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat in a preheated oven or skillet until warmed through and crisp.

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RECIPE REVIEWS

Avarage Rating: 4.4/ 5 ( 248 Ratings)
Total Reviews: (4)
  • Caroline Heidenreichrutherford

    These baked falafel are amazing! So much healthier than the fried version, and they still have that great falafel flavor. The tip about squeezing the moisture out of the onion is key!

  • Eino Stromanmclaughlin

    Great recipe! Easy to follow, and the falafel turned out delicious. I added a pinch of cayenne pepper for a little extra kick. Will definitely make this again!

  • Eunice Johnston

    I love that these are baked! They are so flavorful and a great way to get a healthy, plant-based meal. My family loves them!

  • Gonzalo Kohler

    I was a little skeptical about baking falafel, but this recipe converted me. They came out perfectly crispy on the outside and soft on the inside. I served them with homemade tzatziki, and it was a huge hit!

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