Description
Elevate your home cooking with this Juicy Air Fryer Falafel Recipe, delivering a perfect crunch and rich flavor in every bite. Made with wholesome ingredients like soaked chickpeas, fresh herbs, and warm spices, these falafels are a healthier take on a Middle Eastern classic. Enjoy them in pita pockets, salads, or as a delightful snack. This recipe guarantees crispy exteriors and tender interiors without the guilt of deep frying!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup dried chickpeas (soaked overnight)
- 1/2 cup fresh parsley (chopped)
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro (chopped)
- 1 medium onion (finely chopped)
- 3 garlic cloves (minced)
- 2 tsp ground cumin
- 2 tsp ground coriander
- 1 tsp baking powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 tbsp olive oil (for coating)
Instructions
- Soak dried chickpeas in water overnight, then drain and rinse.
- In a food processor, blend soaked chickpeas, parsley, cilantro, onion, garlic, cumin, coriander, salt, and pepper until finely chopped but not pureed.
- Transfer the mixture to a bowl; add baking powder and mix well. Refrigerate for 30 minutes.
- Preheat the air fryer to 375°F (190°C). Shape the mixture into small balls or patties.
- Lightly coat each piece with olive oil spray and air fry for 12-15 minutes until golden brown and crispy.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Method: Air Frying
- Cuisine: Middle Eastern
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 3 falafels (90g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 0mg