Air Fryer Falafel
Crisp-outside, fluffy-inside falafel with a fraction of the oil - the air fryer nails this Middle Eastern classic.
- ⏱ 30 min
- 📊 medium
- 🍽 Family
Ingredients
- 250 g dried chickpeas, soaked
- 1/2 onion
- 3 cloves garlic
- a handful parsley and cilantro
- 1 tbsp cumin
Instructions
- Blitz soaked chickpeas with onion, garlic, herbs and cumin.
- Chill the mixture 30 minutes.
- Shape into small patties and spray with oil.
- Air fry at 190C (375F) for 12-14 minutes, turning once.
💡 Chef's tip
Chill the mixture 30 minutes before shaping - it firms up and holds together far better in the basket.
Using soaked dried chickpeas (never canned) is essential: canned ones are too wet and the falafel falls apart, while soaked-raw chickpeas bind into a light, crumbly patty.
Nutrition (per serving)
- Calories: 220 kcal
- Protein: 11 g
- Carbs: 30 g
- Fat: 7 g
