Easy Homemade Vegan Falafel Recipe

Ingredients:

• 1 cup dried chickpeas, soaked overnight and drained
• 1/2 small onion, roughly chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, roughly chopped
• 1/2 cup chopped fresh parsley
• 1/2 cup chopped fresh cilantro
• 1 tsp ground cumin
• 1 tsp ground coriander
• 1/2 tsp chili flakes (optional)
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 1 tbsp lemon juice
• 2 tbsp all-purpose flour
• Oil for frying

Instructions:

1. In a food processor, pulse the chickpeas, onion, garlic, parsley, cilantro, cumin, coriander, chili flakes (if using), salt, and lemon juice until well combined and a rough paste forms.
2. Add the flour to the chickpea mixture and pulse a few more times until everything is well combined.
3. Heat a few inches of oil in a large pot or deep fryer to 375°F (190°C).
4. Using your hands, shape the falafel mixture into small balls or patties.
5. Carefully place a few falafels into the hot oil and fry until golden brown, about 2-3 minutes.
6. Remove the falafels from the oil with a slotted spoon and drain on a paper towel-lined plate.
7. Repeat with the remaining falafel mixture.
8. Serve the falafels in pita bread with lettuce, tomato, and your choice of vegan sauces. Enjoy!