Classic Falafel with Tahini Dressing
Blurb:
A Middle Eastern classic that’s crunchy on the outside, fluffy on the inside, and full of flavour. Made with pantry staples and perfect for wraps, salads or on their own with a drizzle of creamy tahini dressing.
Ingredients:
- 1 cup dried chickpeas (soaked overnight, not canned)
- ½ onion, chopped
- 3 garlic cloves
- 1 cup fresh parsley or coriander (or mix)
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- 1 tsp ground coriander
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1–2 tbsp chickpea flour (or plain flour)
- Olive oil for shallow frying
Tahini Dressing:
- ¼ cup tahini
- Juice of ½ lemon
- 1 small garlic clove, minced
- 2–4 tbsp water (adjust for consistency)
- Salt to taste
Instructions:
1. Drain soaked chickpeas. Add them with onion, garlic, herbs, and spices to a food processor.
Blend until coarse but combined.
2. Stir in flour. Chill mixture for 30 mins.
3. Shape into small balls or patties.
4. Heat oil in a frying pan and cook falafel until golden on each side.
5. For dressing, whisk ingredients until smooth and creamy.
6. Serve warm falafel with dressing, pita, or salad.
Bill’s Tip:
“Falafel mix too wet? Add a little more flour to bind it—don’t overblend!”
Randa Recommends:
“Add a dash of ground cinnamon or chilli flakes for a bit of flair. Serve with pickled turnips if you can find them!”
