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Baked Falafel is a delicious light version of the more traditional Chickpea Falafel. While using the same ingredients and spices, these are baked in the oven instead of being deep-fried.
This Baked Falafel Recipe will help you create delicious Light Falafel that, although lighter and more digestible, maintain their characteristic taste and aroma. Made with a cooking method that requires no added fats, these Baked Chickpea Falafel are also a perfect Fit Recipe that you can add to your meal plan.
Rich in plant-based proteins and flavor, Oven-Baked Falafel are perfect for preparing a unique appetizer or aperitif that will win everyone over from the first bite.
They are excellent served with Yogurt Sauce and pair perfectly with Pita Bread and, staying within Middle Eastern Recipes, delicious Chickpea Hummus.
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Instructions
To prepare Baked Falafel, start by soaking the chickpeas for twelve hours. After the soaking time, drain them, rinse well and place them in a food processor.
Add parsley, cumin, salt, garlic, half an onion, and pepper, then blend everything well until you get a slightly grainy mixture.
Once you have the mixture, place it in a bowl, cover with plastic wrap, and let it rest in the refrigerator for 1-2 hours.
After the mixture has firmed up, shape the Falafel using your hands, giving them a slightly flattened form. Place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper and bake in the oven at 180°C (350°F) for about 20-30 minutes.
Turn them during cooking, and once well cooked, remove them from the oven and serve your Baked Falafel while still hot, although they can also be enjoyed at room temperature.
