Nov 19, 2007

Falafel(chick peas)

Falafel

Recipe for Falafel




Ingredients:


1/2 kg chick peas ( soaked overnight)
2 tbsp coriander leaves (chopped)
2 tbsp coriander
1/2 green chilli
3 tbsp garlic paste
1 small onion-diced
75 ml water
25 gm flour
salt & pepper
1/2 tsp cumin powder
1/2 tsp bicarbonate of soda


Recipe:-

  • Mince all ingredients together.
  • Season well.
  • Make small balls out of the mixture and deep fry over a moderate flame until golden in color and completely cooked.
  • Drain and serve.

Note:-

These are good in a pita sandwich.
Split the pita on one side (lengthwise) to form and opening.
Place a layer of falafel, some tahini, sour cream and lettuce along with some chopped onions and serve.

Tahini is sesame paste which is used in middle eastern cooking.


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