Crispy Palestinian Falafel Bites with Orange Blossom Tahini

Name: Crispy Palestinian Falafel Bites with Orange Blossom Tahini
Prep time: 1 h
Cook time: 1 h
Total time: 1 h
Yield: 4
Cuisine: Appetizer
Ingredients: Dried chickpeas; Fresh parsley; Fresh cilantro; Onion; Garlic cloves; Ground cumin; Ground coriander; Baking soda; Salt & pepper; Tahini; Lemon juice; Orange blossom water; Garlic clove; Salt; Water

Authentic Middle Eastern street food delight

Enjoy a flavorful, crispy falafel served with a floral twist on traditional tahini.

1 h 30 min
4
Intermediate

Ingredients

For the Falafel

Dried chickpeas

1 cup (soaked overnight)

Fresh parsley

1/2 cup, chopped

Fresh cilantro

1/2 cup, chopped

Onion

1 small, diced

Garlic cloves

3, minced

Ground cumin

1 tsp

Ground coriander

1 tsp

Baking soda

1/2 tsp

Salt & pepper

To taste

For the Orange Blossom Tahini

Tahini

1/2 cup

Lemon juice

Juice of 1 lemon

Orange blossom water

1 tbsp

Garlic clove

1, minced

Salt

To taste

Water

As needed for thinning

Preparation

Preparing the Falafel Mixture

Drain Chickpeas

Drain and rinse the soaked chickpeas.

Process Ingredients

In a food processor, combine chickpeas, parsley, cilantro, onion, garlic, cumin, and coriander. Pulse until grainy.

Season and Chill

Add baking soda, salt, and pepper. Mix until just combined. Chill for at least 30 minutes.

Ensure the falafel mixture isn't too smooth; it should be slightly chunky.

Preparing the Orange Blossom Tahini

Combine Tahini Mixture

In a medium bowl, whisk together tahini, lemon juice, orange blossom water, and minced garlic.

Adjust Consistency

Gradually add water to thin the sauce to desired consistency.

Season Sauce

Season with salt and adjust lemon to taste.

Cooking Process

Shaping

Roll the chilled falafel mixture into small, even balls.

Frying

Heat oil in a deep pan; gently drop falafel balls in hot oil. Fry for 3-4 minutes per batch until golden.

Maintain medium-high heat for a crispy exterior.

Draining

Remove the falafel when golden, let drain on paper towels.

Plating & Serving