Crispy Falafel with Lemon-Tahini Sauce - Foodess

These homemade falafel patties come with a creamy lemon-tahini sauce. The outside is crispy and the inside is soft. Ideal for a filling vegan meal or starter!

Ingredients:

• 1 can 15 oz chickpeas, drained and rinsed


• 1/2 cup chopped fresh parsley


• 1/2 cup chopped onion


• 3 cloves garlic, minced


• 2 tablespoons chickpea flour


• 1 teaspoon ground cumin


• 1 teaspoon ground coriander


• 1/2 teaspoon baking powder


• Salt and pepper to taste


• Oil for frying


• 1/4 cup tahini


• 2 tablespoons lemon juice


• 2 tablespoons water


• 1 clove garlic, minced


• Salt to taste

Instructions:

In a food processor, combine chickpeas, parsley, onion, garlic, chickpea flour, cumin, coriander, baking powder, salt, and pepper

Pulse until well combined but still slightly chunky

Form the mixture into small balls and flatten slightly to form patties

Heat oil in a pan over medium heat

Fry falafel patties until golden brown and crispy, about 3-4 minutes per side

Drain on paper towels

In a small bowl, whisk together tahini, lemon juice, water, garlic, and salt until smooth and creamy

Serve falafel with lemon-tahini sauce drizzled on top or on the side for dipping