Ingredients

  • kabuli channa 1 glass, 250 g
  • onion medium size finely chopped 1
  • garlic cloves finely chopped 4
  • coriander leaves Fresh, chopped 1/4 cup
  • fresh mint leaves Or Parsley leaves, chopped 1/4 cup
  • 1/2 teaspoon chilli powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon coriander powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon cumin powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon baking soda
  • 3/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 2 teaspoons sesame seed
  • oil for deep frying

Method

  • Clean and soak chickpea in enough water with 1 teaspoon of added baking soda for 6-8 hours.
  • Wash and drain chickpeas, then grind/crush in an electric grinder or on sil batta (Grinding stone). Add 1/8-1/4 cup water during grinding/crushing if needed.
  • Add spices , onion, garlic, Fresh coriander and mint and mix well.
  • Make wall nut size ball from this mixture and deep fry in oil on medium flame till tender/crunchy and golden in colour.
  • Delicious Falfel are ready. Serve with Tahini Sauce and Khubz/Pita bread..