Crispy Falafel with Tahini Sauce

Ingredients

• 1 cup dried chickpeas (soaked overnight)
• 1/4 cup fresh parsley
• 1/4 cup fresh cilantro
• 1/2 onion, chopped
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 tsp ground cumin
• 1 tsp ground coriander
• 1/4 tsp cayenne pepper
• 3 tbsp all-purpose flour
• 1 tsp salt
• oil for frying
• 3 tbsp tahini
• 2 tbsp lemon juice
• 1 clove garlic
• water

Method

1. Drain chickpeas and pulse with herbs, spices, onion, garlic, and flour until coarse mixture forms.
2. Form mixture into 12 patties and refrigerate for 15 minutes.
3. Heat oil in deep pan and fry patties 3-4 minutes per side until golden brown.
4. For sauce: whisk tahini, lemon juice, garlic, salt, and 3 tbsp water until smooth.
5. Serve warm falafel with tahini sauce and pita bread.