Spiced Chickpea Falafel Bites
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Ingredients
- 200 g dried chickpeas
- 2 clove cloves of garlic
- 1 tsp ground coriander
- 1/2 tsp ground turmeric
- 1/2 tsp paprika
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 3 tbsp fresh chopped parsley
- 2 tbsp flour
- 500 ml oil for frying
Accompaniment
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Description
These savory and spiced chickpea falafel bites are a perfect snack for sports training enthusiasts! Light yet filling, they provide a great boost of protein and energy that will keep you going through your workout. Enjoy them with a refreshing tahini dip for added flavor!
Method
Prepare Ingredients
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Soak 200g of dried chickpeas in water overnight. Ensure they are fully submerged and can double in size.
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Drain and rinse the soaked chickpeas, then pulse them in a food processor until coarsely textured.
Flavoring
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Add to the processor: 2 cloves of garlic, 1 tsp of ground coriander, 1/2 tsp of turmeric, 1/2 tsp of paprika, and 1/2 tsp of salt. Pulse until ingredients are well mixed. Raise the bowl and scrape if necessary.
Form Falafel Bites
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Transfer the mixture into a bowl and fold in 3 tbsp of fresh chopped parsley, and 2 tbsp of flour for binding.
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Preheat fryer oil in a pan to 180°C carefully then wet your hands to create equal sized balls (about 3cm in diameter), flatten slightly to form patties.
Cooking
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Fry the falafel bites in the hot oil for about 3-4 minutes on each side until crispy and golden brown.
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Place the falafels on a paper towel to remove excess oil and serve warm with tahini mixed with a bit of water for a dipping sauce.
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