Air fryer falafels, for a crispy result without frying!
Lovers of Middle Eastern cuisine are bound to know falafel. These little vegetarian balls full of flavor made from ultra-fragrant chickpeas are generally prepared in deep frying. But today, we decided to tackle a healthy but equally delicious version of falafels with our trusty Air Fryer, for a result that is crispy on the outside and tender on the inside! Follow our step by step recipe below and enjoy ↓↓
Ingredients
Materials
- bowl
- Air Fryer
Preparation
Place the roughly mixed (or crushed) chickpeas, the chopped onion and garlic with the flour in a salad bowl.
Add chopped herbs, spices, salt and pepper.
Mix everything well until it forms a homogeneous paste.
Form the balls with your hands (about the size of a ping pong ball).
Cook the falafels in the Air Fryer for 20 minutes at 370°F (190°C) on lightly oiled parchment paper, turning them halfway through cooking.
And there you are, your falafels are ready, enjoy!
Observations
How to store falafel?
You can store them for about 2-3 days in an airtight container in the refrigerator, and about 3 months in the freezer.
Can we prepare falafels in the oven?
Of course, once your falafels are perfectly shaped and ready to cook, all you have to do is place them in the oven preheated to 370°F (190°C) for about 20 minutes. For a crispy effect, you can reduce this time to 18 minutes and finish cooking in “grill” mode.
Can this recipe be made in a pan?
Over medium heat with a little fat (butter or oil), cook your homemade falafels for about 10 minutes, shaking the pan from time to time for even cooking.
Can we use dried chickpeas for this recipe?
Sure ! Remember to soak the chickpeas the day before for at least 12 hours in water. Once drained, mix them to prepare your falafel recipe.
What is the best sauce to accompany the falafels?
You can make a white sauce with yogurt, fresh herbs (mint, coriander, parsley), lemon and a touch of olive oil for example, find our perfect sauce recipe by clicking right here
How to eat falafel?
Serve the falafels as an appetizer, accompanied by a sauce. You can also incorporate them into a pita sandwich, or pair them with vegetables or a salad for a healthy and easy dish.
How many falafels should we serve per person?
Allow between 5 and 8 per person for medium-sized falafels!
