Oven-Baked Falafel Patties
These Oven-Baked Falafel Patties offer a healthy, crispy twist on traditional falafel with a golden exterior and tender inside, perfect for a nutritious snack or meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings
- Category: Snack
- Method: Baked
- Cuisine: Middle Eastern
Ingredients
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- 1 cup dried chickpeas (soaked overnight)
- 1/2 onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon ground coriander
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tablespoons olive oil (for brushing)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Drain the soaked chickpeas and pat them dry with a towel.
- In a food processor, combine chickpeas, onion, garlic, parsley, cilantro, cumin, coriander, baking powder, salt, and pepper. Pulse until a coarse, grainy mixture forms.
- Transfer the mixture to a bowl and chill in the refrigerator for 30 minutes to firm up.
- Form the mixture into small patties, about 2 inches in diameter.
- Place patties on the baking sheet and brush the tops lightly with olive oil.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes, flipping halfway through, until golden and crisp on both sides.
- Remove from oven and let cool slightly before serving.
Notes
For extra flavor, serve with a drizzle of tahini sauce or a side of fresh cucumber yogurt dip.
Find it online: https://seasonedrecipe.com/oven-baked-falafel-patties/