Canadian Living Falafels with Tahini Sauce
Dive into the rich, aromatic flavors of these homemade Canadian Living Falafels with Tahini Sauce, a delightful Middle Eastern-inspired dish perfect for any occasion. Crafted from scratch using soaked dried chickpeas, fresh herbs like parsley and cilantro, and a vibrant blend of spices, these falafels boast a crisp golden exterior with a tender, flavorful interior. The creamy, nutty tahini sauce, infused with zesty lemon and a touch of garlic, complements each bite beautifully. Whether served as a snack, stuffed into warm pita bread, or alongside a refreshing salad, this recipe is a versatile vegetarian crowd-pleaser. Ready in under an hour (after soaking), it’s a wholesome way to bring international flavor to your table. Keywords: homemade falafels, tahini sauce, Middle Eastern falafel recipe, chickpea falafels, vegetarian snack recipes.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup dried chickpeas
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 0.5 cup fresh parsley, chopped
- 0.5 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- 2 teaspoons ground cumin
- 2 teaspoons ground coriander
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon ground cayenne pepper
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 2 cups vegetable oil (for frying)
- 0.5 cup tahini
- 0.25 cup water
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1 clove garlic, minced (for tahini sauce)
- 0.25 teaspoon salt (for tahini sauce)
Instructions
Place the dried chickpeas in a large bowl and cover with at least 4 inches of water. Soak overnight for at least 12 hours. Drain and rinse the chickpeas before use.
In a food processor, combine the soaked chickpeas, chopped onion, minced garlic, parsley, cilantro, cumin, coriander, salt, and cayenne pepper. Pulse until the mixture has a grainy texture but is not entirely smooth.
Add the baking powder and flour to the mixture and pulse to combine. Transfer the mixture to a bowl, cover, and refrigerate for 30 minutes to allow it to firm up.
Using your hands or a falafel scoop, shape the mixture into small balls or patties, about 1.5 inches in diameter.
Heat the vegetable oil in a deep skillet or heavy-bottomed pot to 350°F (175°C). Fry the falafels in batches, turning occasionally, until they are golden brown and crisp, about 3–4 minutes per batch. Remove and drain on paper towels.
To make the tahini sauce, whisk together the tahini, water, lemon juice, minced garlic, and salt in a small bowl until smooth. Adjust the consistency with more water, if necessary.
Serve the falafels warm with the tahini sauce on the side. Optionally, pair with pita bread, fresh vegetables, or a simple salad for a complete meal.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
5822 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 562.2 g | 721% | |
| Saturated Fat | 81.0 g | 405% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 3646 mg | 159% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 185.9 g | 68% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 59.4 g | 212% | |
| Total Sugars | 30.5 g | ||
| Protein | 75.2 g | 150% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 9916 mg | 763% | |
| Iron | 42884.9 mg | 238249% | |
| Potassium | 3967 mg | 84% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
