Keto Crispy Homemade Falafels
Elevate your low-carb meal game with these Keto Crispy Homemade Falafels! Packed with fresh herbs like parsley and cilantro, aromatic spices such as cumin and coriander, and wholesome almond and coconut flours, this recipe is a keto-friendly twist on the classic Middle Eastern favorite. Each falafel is perfectly golden and irresistibly crispy, thanks to a quick fry in avocado oil, delivering authentic flavor without the carbs. Easy to prepare in under 40 minutes, these falafels make a satisfying appetizer, snack, or main course when paired with keto-friendly dips like tahini or served atop a vibrant salad. Gluten-free, rich in healthy fats, and bursting with flavor, this keto falafel recipe is sure to become a household staple!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup almond flour
- 2 tablespoons coconut flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 0.5 cup chopped fresh parsley
- 0.5 cup chopped fresh cilantro
- 3 cloves minced garlic
- 2 teaspoons ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon ground coriander
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 large egg
- 0.25 cup olive oil
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 0.5 cup avocado oil for frying
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, combine almond flour, coconut flour, and baking powder.
Add chopped parsley, chopped cilantro, minced garlic, ground cumin, ground coriander, salt, and black pepper to the flour mixture. Stir to combine.
In a separate bowl, beat the egg and then whisk in olive oil and lemon juice.
Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and mix until a dough forms. Make sure it's well combined but not too sticky.
Form the mixture into small balls, about 1 inch in diameter, and gently flatten them slightly into patties.
Heat the avocado oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
Once the oil is hot, carefully add the falafel patties to the skillet. Cook in batches if necessary to avoid overcrowding.
Fry each side for about 3-4 minutes or until golden brown and crispy.
Remove the falafels from the skillet and drain them on a paper towel-lined plate to remove excess oil.
Serve the falafels warm, with your choice of keto-friendly dips or salads.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2369 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 234.8 g | 301% | |
| Saturated Fat | 30.0 g | 150% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 7.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 220 mg | 73% | |
| Sodium | 3196 mg | 139% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 48.1 g | 17% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 23.5 g | 84% | |
| Total Sugars | 6.5 g | ||
| Protein | 36.5 g | 73% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.3 mcg | 7% | |
| Calcium | 589 mg | 45% | |
| Iron | 17.0 mg | 94% | |
| Potassium | 1644 mg | 35% | |
*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.
