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Crispy Palestinian Falafel Bites with Orange Blossom Tahini

Name: Crispy Palestinian Falafel Bites with Orange Blossom Tahini
Prep time: 30 min
Cook time: 90 min
Total time: 120 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Appetizer
Ingredients: 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; 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

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

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·By Ethan Brooks·February 6, 2026

Crispy Palestinian Falafel Bites with Orange Blossom Tahini — Appetizer served and photographed from above

Prep

30 min

Cook

1 h 30 min

Difficulty

Intermediate

Serves

Ingredients

Servings

For the Falafel

For the Orange Blossom Tahini

Nutrition

Per serving

Calories: 249 kcal
Protein: 14 g
Carbs: 29.1 g
Fat: 12.4 g
Fiber: 8 g

Whole recipe

Total

Calories: 996 kcal
Protein: 55.8 g
Carbs: 116.5 g
Fat: 49.5 g
Fiber: 31.8 g

Breakdown by ingredient▾

Ingredient	Cal	P	C	F	Fib
Dried chickpeas 1 cup (soaked overnight)	480	39	81	8	20
Fresh parsley 1/2 cup, chopped	11	1	2	0.5	1
Fresh cilantro 1/2 cup, chopped	4	0.3	0.9	0.1	0.7
Onion 1 small, diced	28	0.8	6.5	0.1	1
Garlic cloves 3, minced	13	0.6	3	0	0.2
Ground cumin 1 tsp	8	0.4	1	0.5	0.6
Ground coriander 1 tsp	6	0.3	1.1	0.3	0.8
Baking soda 1/2 tsp	0	0	0	0	0
Salt & pepper To taste	0	0	0	0	0
Tahini 1/2 cup	430	13	16	40	8
Lemon juice Juice of 1 lemon	12	0.2	4	0.1	0.4
Orange blossom water 1 tbsp	0	0	0	0	0
Garlic clove 1, minced	4	0.2	1	0	0.1
Salt To taste	0	0	0	0	0
Water As needed for thinning	0	0	0	0	0

These are estimations and not dietary advice.

Preparation

Get these tasks done before you start cooking.

Preparing the Falafel Mixture

1
Drain Chickpeas
Drain and rinse the soaked chickpeas.
2
Process Ingredients
In a food processor, combine chickpeas, parsley, cilantro, onion, garlic, cumin, and coriander. Pulse until grainy.
3
Season and Chill
Add baking soda, salt, and pepper. Mix until just combined. Chill for at least 30 minutes.
Tip: Ensure the falafel mixture isn't too smooth; it should be slightly chunky.

Preparing the Orange Blossom Tahini

1
Combine Tahini Mixture
In a medium bowl, whisk together tahini, lemon juice, orange blossom water, and minced garlic.
2
Adjust Consistency
Gradually add water to thin the sauce to desired consistency.
3
Season Sauce
Season with salt and adjust lemon to taste.

How to Make Crispy Palestinian Falafel Bites with Orange Blossom Tahini

Total time: 2 h · Yields 4 servings

1
Shaping
Roll the chilled falafel mixture into small, even balls.
2
Frying
Heat oil in a deep pan; gently drop falafel balls in hot oil. Fry for 3-4 minutes per batch until golden.
3
Draining
Remove the falafel when golden, let drain on paper towels.