Air Fryer Falafel

Ingredients

• 1 cup dried chickpeas (soaked overnight and drained)
• 0.5 cup onion (chopped)
• 2 pieces garlic cloves (minced)
• 0.25 cup fresh parsley (chopped)
• 0.25 cup fresh cilantro (chopped)
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon ground coriander
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 spray cooking oil spray (for spraying falafel before air frying)

Instructions

1. Soak dried chickpeas in water overnight, then drain well.
2. In a food processor, combine chickpeas, onion, garlic, parsley, cilantro, cumin, coriander, salt, and pepper until coarse but well mixed.
3. Form the mixture into small balls or patties.
4. Preheat the air fryer to 375°F (190°C).
5. Lightly spray the falafel with cooking oil and place them in the air fryer basket in a single layer.
6. Cook for 12-15 minutes, turning halfway through, until golden brown and crispy.
7. Serve warm with tahini sauce, pita bread, and fresh vegetables.