Falafel Recipe – Indian Style

Step 1: Prepare Chickpeas

Soak chickpeas overnight, then boil them until they are tender. The video starts with already boiled chickpeas.

Step 2: Combine Ingredients for Paste

In a bowl, combine the boiled chickpeas with fresh coriander, green chilies, garlic cloves, salt, coriander-cumin powder, and chopped onion.

Step 3: Blend into a Paste

Blend all the combined ingredients into a smooth paste. Ensure there are no large chunks remaining.

Step 4: Add Besan

Add two tablespoons of besan (chickpea flour) to the prepared paste and mix thoroughly until well combined.

Step 5: Shape the Falafel

Take small portions of the mixture and shape them into flat, round patties, similar to kebabs.

Step 6: Heat Oil

Heat a sufficient amount of oil in a pan for shallow frying the falafel patties.

Step 7: Fry Falafel

Carefully place the shaped falafel patties into the hot oil. Fry them until they turn golden brown and crispy on one side, then flip and fry the other side until it's also golden brown. This should take approximately 3-4 minutes per side.

Step 8: Serve Hot

Once fried, remove the falafel from the oil and serve them hot with green chutney. You can also serve them with hummus.

• Ensure chickpeas are boiled until tender for a smooth paste.

• Do not overcrowd the pan while frying to ensure even cooking and crispiness.

• Serve with hummus instead of green chutney.

• Add a pinch of baking soda to the chickpea mixture for a lighter texture.