Dairy-Free Falafel Bites with Tahini Sauce

Ingredients

• 1 cup Dried Chickpeas
• 1/2 medium Onion
• 2 cloves Garlic
• 1/2 cup Fresh Parsley
• 1/4 cup Fresh Cilantro
• 1 teaspoon Cumin
• 1 teaspoon Coriander
• 1 teaspoon Baking Powder
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 2 cups Vegetable Oil
• 1/4 cup Tahini
• 2 tablespoons Lemon Juice
• 2-3 tablespoons Water
• 1 clove Garlic (for sauce)

Original measure retained: its cup/spoon or fluid-volume standard is unspecified.

Instructions

1. 1Soak the dried chickpeas in water for at least 12 hours or overnight.
2. 2Drain and rinse the chickpeas. In a food processor, combine chickpeas, onion, garlic, parsley, cilantro, cumin, coriander, baking powder, and salt.
3. 3Process until finely ground but not a paste. Refrigerate the mixture for at least 30 minutes.
4. 4Heat vegetable oil in a deep pot or fryer to 175°C.
5. 5Shape the falafel mixture into small balls or patties.
6. 6Carefully drop the falafel into the hot oil and fry for 3-4 minutes per side, or until golden brown and crispy.
7. 7Remove the falafel with a slotted spoon and place on a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil.
8. 8For the tahini sauce, whisk together tahini, lemon juice, water, and garlic in a small bowl until smooth. Add more water to adjust consistency.
9. 9Serve the falafel bites with tahini sauce.

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