Falafel

3 steps · 23 min total

1. 01

   Sauté Aromatics

   Heat 1 tablespoon of sunflower oil in a large pan. Add the chopped onion and crushed garlic, then fry them over a low heat for about 5 minutes, until they've softened and turned translucent. Tip the softened aromatics into a large mixing bowl with the chickpeas, ground cumin, and ground coriander.
2. 02

   Mash and Mix

   Mash the mixture together with a fork or potato masher until the chickpeas are completely broken down. Stir in the fresh parsley (or dried herbs, if using) and season to taste. Add the beaten egg, then use your hands to squish everything together until it forms a cohesive mixture.
3. 03

   Form and Fry

   Mould the mixture into 6 balls, then flatten each one into a patty. Heat the remaining oil in the pan, then fry the falafel patties over medium heat for 3 minutes on each side, until they're golden brown and firm to the touch. Serve them hot or cold; they're great with couscous, tucked into pita bread, or as part of a salad.