Name: Air Fryer Falafel
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 40 min
Yield: 4 Servings
Cuisine: Other
Ingredients: 1 lb dried chickpeas; 1 cup fresh parsley; 1 cup fresh cilantro; 1 onion; 8 cloves garlic; 2 teaspoons salt; 1 tbsp ground black pepper; 1 tbsp ground cumin; 1 tbsp ground coriander; 1 tsp ground cardamom; 1 tsp cayenne pepper; 1 tsp baking powder; 2 tablespoons olive oil; Avocado oil spray

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Air Fryer Falafel

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Place 1 lb (450 g) dried chickpeas in a large bowl. Cover with water by at least 2 inches and soak overnight. Drain thoroughly before using.

In a food processor, combine the soaked chickpeas, 1 cup (60 g) fresh parsley, 1 cup (60 g) fresh cilantro, 1 medium onion (150 g), 8 peeled garlic cloves, 2 teaspoons salt (10 g), 1 tablespoon ground black pepper (8 g), 1 tablespoon ground cumin (6 g), 1 tablespoon ground coriander (6 g), 1 teaspoon ground cardamom (2 g), 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper (2 g), and 2 tablespoons olive oil (30 ml). Pulse until a coarse, sticky dough forms.

Sprinkle 1 teaspoon (4 g) baking powder over the mixture. Transfer to a large bowl, gently mix, and remove any large chunks of chickpeas. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour.

Preheat the air fryer to 375°F (190°C). Shape the mixture into balls or patties using a cookie scoop or your hands.

Arrange the falafel in a single layer in the air fryer basket. Spray with avocado oil spray. Air fry for 20-22 minutes, turning halfway through, until golden brown and crispy.

Serve warm with pita bread, tahini sauce, or a fresh salad.

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Tips & Tricks (5)

Chickpea Hydration Hack 💧
Soak dried chickpeas overnight for at least 12 hours to ensure proper texture and easier blending, avoiding canned chickpeas which can make falafel too mushy.
Moisture Management 🧊
After blending the falafel mixture, refrigerate for 30-60 minutes to help the mixture firm up and prevent crumbling during air frying.
Spray Technique Mastery 💨
Lightly coat falafel balls with avocado oil spray before air frying to achieve maximum crispiness without excess oil absorption.
Shape Consistency Pro 🔬
Use a small ice cream scoop or tablespoon to create uniform-sized falafel balls, ensuring even cooking and consistent texture.
Herb Freshness Trick 🌿
Finely chop fresh cilantro and parsley by hand instead of using a food processor to prevent herb oxidation and preserve their vibrant flavor and color.