Air Fryer Crispy Falafel
These air fryer falafel are perfectly golden and crispy on the outside with a tender, flavorful center. A quick and easy way to enjoy restaurant-quality falafel at home.
Equipment
- food processor
Ingredients
- 1 can Chickpeas (15 oz, drained and patted very dry)
- 1/4 cup Fresh Parsley (packed)
- 1/4 cup Fresh Cilantro (packed)
- 3 cloves Garlic
- 1/2 Medium Onion (roughly chopped)
- 1 tsp Ground Cumin
- 1 tsp Ground Coriander
- 1/2 tsp Salt
- 1/4 tsp Cayenne Pepper
- 2 tbsp All-Purpose Flour
- 1 tsp Baking Powder
- 2 tbsp Olive Oil
- Cooking Spray
- Tahini Sauce (for serving)
- Pita Bread (for serving)
Instructions
- Add the chickpeas, parsley, cilantro, garlic, onion, cumin, coriander, salt, and cayenne to a food processor. Pulse about 15-20 times until the mixture is coarsely ground but not pureed - you want some texture remaining.
- Transfer to a bowl and stir in the flour and baking powder. Refrigerate the mixture for 15-20 minutes so it firms up and is easier to shape.
- Scoop about 2 tablespoons of mixture and press firmly into compact patties or balls. You should get about 12-14 falafel. Brush or lightly spray each one with olive oil.
- Preheat the air fryer to 375F. Spray the basket with cooking spray and arrange the falafel in a single layer. Air fry for 12-14 minutes, flipping once halfway through, until deeply golden and crispy on the outside.
- Serve the falafel tucked into warm pita bread with a generous drizzle of tahini sauce and your favorite toppings.
Nutrition
Serving: 1servingCalories: 201kcalCarbohydrates: 23gProtein: 7gFat: 9g
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