Ingredients:
- 1 cup dried chickpeas, soaked overnight
- 1 large onion, chopped
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
- 1/4 cup fresh mint, chopped
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1/2 teaspoon ground coriander
- 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup baking powder
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- Sesame seeds, for coating
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions:
- Drain and rinse the soaked chickpeas.
- In a food processor, combine the chickpeas, onion, garlic, cilantro, parsley, mint, cumin, coriander, cayenne pepper, flour, and baking powder. Pulse until a coarse mixture forms.
- Add the olive oil and pulse until the mixture is well combined. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Shape the mixture into small balls.
- Heat a large skillet over medium heat. Add the sesame seeds and coat the falafel balls evenly.
- Cook the falafel balls in the skillet for 4-5 minutes per side, or until golden brown and crispy.
- Serve hot with your favorite toppings, such as hummus, tahini sauce, pita bread, and salad.