Saudi Arabian

Cumin and Lemon Falafel with Cumin and Tahini

Name: Cumin and Lemon Falafel with Cumin and Tahini
Total time: 32 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Saudi Arabian
Ingredients: 1 cup chickpeas, soaked overnight; 1/2 cup breadcrumbs; 1/4 cup chopped parsley; 1 tsp ground cumin; 1 tsp garlic powder; 1/2 tsp salt; 1/4 tsp black pepper; 1/4 cup tahini; 1/4 cup lemon juice; 1/4 cup water; 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin; 1 tablespoon lemon zest

Enhances the cumin flavor with a bright, acidic note from lemon zest.

32 minutes4 servings

Method

Before forming falafel, stir in 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin and 1 tablespoon lemon zest into the mixture.
Drain and rinse soaked chickpeas. Pulse in a food processor until coarsely ground.
Add breadcrumbs, parsley, cumin, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Pulse to combine.
Form mixture into 1-inch balls. Heat oil in a skillet over medium heat.
Fry falafel until golden brown, 3-4 minutes per side. Serve with tahini sauce.

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