Gluten-Free Falafel with Tahini Sauce
Crispy and flavorful falafel made with gluten-free chickpea flour, served with a creamy tahini sauce.
Ingredients
- 1 cup Dried Chickpeas
- 1/4 cup Chickpea Flour
- 1/2 medium Onion
- 1/2 cup Fresh Parsley
- 1/4 cup Fresh Cilantro
- 3 cloves Garlic
- 1 tsp Cumin
- 1/2 tsp Coriander
- 1/2 tsp Baking Powder
- 1 tsp Salt
- 1/4 tsp Black Pepper
- 2 cups Vegetable Oil
- 1/4 cup Tahini
- 2 tbsp Lemon Juice
- 1 clove Garlic
- 2-4 tbsp Water
Original measure retained: its cup/spoon or fluid-volume standard is unspecified.
Instructions
- 1Drain and rinse the soaked chickpeas. Place them in a food processor along with chopped onion, parsley, cilantro, minced garlic, cumin, coriander, baking powder, salt, and black pepper.
- 2Process until the mixture is finely ground but still slightly coarse. Add chickpea flour and pulse to combine.
- 3Transfer the mixture to a bowl, cover, and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
- 4In a small bowl, whisk together tahini, lemon juice, minced garlic, and water until smooth. Adjust the water to achieve desired consistency.
- 5Heat vegetable oil in a deep pot or fryer to 175°C.
- 6Form the falafel mixture into small balls or patties.
- 7Carefully drop the falafel into the hot oil and fry until golden brown and crispy, about 3-5 minutes per side.
- 8Remove the falafel with a slotted spoon and place them on a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil.
- 9Serve the falafel hot with tahini sauce.
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