How do I make a satisfying falafel bowl?

Take your taste buds on a Middle Eastern adventure with our flavorful and satisfying Falafel Bowl recipe. It's a bowl full of joy!

You'll need

Items needed to answer the question, How do I make a satisfying Falafel Bowl. Items include: Chickpeas Onion Garlic Fresh parsley Fresh cilantro Flour Cumin Coriander Salt Cayenne pepper Lettuce Tomatoes Cucumbers Red onions Tahini Lemon juice Water Quinoa or rice Fresh herbs (parsley or mint) Lemon juice (optional)

Chickpeas 1 can
Onion 1/2
Garlic 3 cloves
Fresh parsley 1/4 cup
Fresh cilantro 1/4 cup
Flour 2 tablespoons
Cumin 1 teaspoon
Coriander 1/2 teaspoon
Salt 1/2 teaspoon
Cayenne pepper Pinch
Lettuce As desired
Tomatoes As desired
Cucumbers As desired
Red onions As desired
Tahini 1/4 cup
Lemon juice 2 tablespoons
Water 2 tablespoons
Quinoa or rice As desired
Fresh herbs (parsley or mint) As desired
Lemon juice (optional) Squeeze, as desired

Take note
Be careful not to over-process the falafel mixture, as it can make it too dense. Also, watch out for the hot oil while frying the falafel.

1

Prepare the falafel mixture

In a food processor, combine 1 can of chickpeas, 1/2 chopped onion, 3 cloves of garlic, 1/4 cup fresh parsley, 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, 2 tablespoons flour, 1 teaspoon cumin, 1/2 teaspoon coriander, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and a pinch of cayenne pepper. Pulse until the mixture is well combined, but still slightly chunky.

2

Shape and fry the falafel

Using your hands, shape the falafel mixture into small patties. Heat oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Carefully place the falafel patties in the hot oil and fry for about 2-3 minutes per side, until they are golden brown and crispy. Remove from the skillet and let them drain on a paper towel to remove excess oil.

3

Prepare the toppings

Chop some fresh vegetables like lettuce, tomatoes, cucumbers, and red onions. You can also add toppings like pickles or olives for extra flavor. Prepare a simple tahini sauce by combining 1/4 cup tahini, 2 tablespoons lemon juice, 2 tablespoons water, 1 clove of minced garlic, and a pinch of salt. Mix until smooth.

4

Build your falafel bowl

In a bowl, arrange a bed of cooked quinoa or rice. Place the falafel patties on top, and add your desired toppings. Drizzle the tahini sauce over everything, and sprinkle with some fresh herbs like parsley or mint. You can also squeeze some lemon juice for an extra zing!