BOB & LENORE's COOKBOOK

FALAFEL with GARLIC YOGURT SAUCE

Falafel is typically deep fried and served. We have successfully served it baked. The method is described below.

Ingredients:

1 ½ cups garbanzo beans, cooked
¼ cup green onion, minced
¼ cup yellow onions, minced
2 tablespoons parsley, chopped
1 tablespoons cilantro, chopped
1 tablespoons lemon juice
2 teaspoons garlic, minced
1 ½ teaspoons ground coriander
¼ teaspoon cardamom
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon sea salt
½ teaspoon turmeric
¼ teaspoon cayenne
½ teaspoon baking powder
6 tablespoons all purpose flour

Method:

Combine all the ingredients except the baking powder and flour in the bowl of a food processor; process on high speed until it forms a smooth paste, scraping the sides of the bowl as needed; transfer to a bowl and add the baking powder and flour; adjust the seasoning, to taste; refrigerate until firm, about 20 minutes; heat approximately 5 cups of vegetable oil to 360 ºF in a deep pot over medium-high heat; with damp hands, shape the chickpea batter into balls about 1½ tablespoons each and then flatten into patties; fry in batches until golden brown, about 3 minutes; drain on paper towels.
ALTERNATIVE TO DEEP FAT FRYING: Replace flour and baking powder with 2 tablespoons EVOO or other vegetable oil. Blend well and scoop into small portions and press into patties. Bake on oiled sheet pan in 400˚F for about 5-7 minutes. Tops may need a little more oil when serving.

Garlic-yogurt sauce

Ingredients:

1 cup drained yogurt
1 thinly sliced red onion
1 shredded cucumber (peeled, seeded)
1 juiced lemon
1 tablespoon minced mint leaves
1 tablespoon minced cilantro leaves
½ teaspoon ground coriander

Method:

Combine all ingredients and refrigerate up to 4 hours before service.

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