- 1 kilograms Chick Peas
- 100 gram Garlic
- 150 Onion
- 100 gram Coriander
- 1 chilies
- 2 tablespoons Falafel Spice: (Cumin, Turmeric, Coriander, andCayenne)
- 1 tablespoons baking soda
- Salt to taste.
Soak the chick Peas in water for at least 8 hours. Grind the Chick Peas, Garlic, Onion, chili and coriander together, with a small amount of water, adding the falafel spices, baking soda, and salt. Leave set for at least one hour, then deep-fry in hot oil for about three-minutes, or until brown
Tahini Dressing for Falafel
100 gram Tahini (Sesame Seed Paste)
Water, as much as needed to achieve a soft cream like texture. The raw tahini paste will keep on absorbing the water.
Garlic Clove, crushed
Lemon Juice, freshly squeezed
1 cup Parsley chopped
Salt and white pepper
Mix all ingredients. The mixture should be the consistency of a creamy salad dressing. Add more water, if necessary. Use as a sauce for a falafel sandwich.
Yield: 12 servings, 3/4 cup