Name: 5-Ingredient Falafel Recipe
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 30 min
Yield: 4
Cuisine: Middle Eastern
Ingredients: 2 cans (15 oz) chickpeas, drained and rinsed; 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley; 2 cloves garlic, minced; 1 teaspoon ground cumin; 1/2 teaspoon salt

5-Ingredient Falafel Recipe

Samara Record Modified: February 18, 2024

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How To Make 5-Ingredient Falafel

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Preparation: 10 minutes

Cooking: 20 minutes

Total: 30 minutes

Serves:

Ingredients

2 cans (15 oz) chickpeas, drained and rinsed
1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1/2 teaspoon salt

Instructions

In a food processor, add the chickpeas, parsley, garlic, cumin, and salt. Pulse until the mixture forms a coarse paste.
Shape the mixture into small patties, about 1 inch in diameter.
Heat a large skillet over medium heat and add some oil. Cook the falafel patties for about 4-5 minutes on each side, or until golden brown and crispy.
Serve hot with pita bread, tzatziki sauce, or your favorite toppings.