What Is Falafel? Pros, Cons & How to Make It

Ingredients

• chickpeas¾ cup
• black-eyed peas¾ cup
• red onion, chopped½
• clove garlic, minced1
• flat-leaf parsley4 tablespoons
• cilantro4 tablespoons
• cayenne1 teaspoon
• cumin1 teaspoon
• coriander1 teaspoon
• cardamom1 teaspoon
• salt1 teaspoon
• pepper1 teaspoon
• baking powder½ teaspoon
• water1–3 tablespoons
• Paleo flour1½–2 tablespoons
• avocado oil for frying6–8 tablespoons

Method

1. Add all ingredients except the avocado oil in a food processor and blend on high until well combined, adding more Paleo flour if needed.
2. Allow mixture to sit in the fridge for one hour.
3. In a large frying pan over medium to medium-high heat add the avocado oil.
4. Using a tablespoon, scoop out falafel and form into disks.
5. Fry for 4 minutes, flip and cook for an additional 4 minutes or until golden brown.
6. Add to your favorite salad and drizzle our Hummus or Avocado Ranch Dressing on top.

Swaps & notes

You can adjust the spices to your liking, perhaps adding some red pepper flakes for some more spice. Alternatively, you can make this a baked falafel recipe by baking instead of frying, though it will add time to the recipe.