Falafel

Ingredients

• 2 tbsp sunflower oil
• 1 onion
• 1 clove garlic
• 15 oz chickpeas
• 1 tsp ground cumin
• 1 tsp ground coriander
• ¼ cup fresh parsley
• 1 egg
• ½ tsp salt (optional)
• ¼ tsp black pepper (optional)

Steps

1. Heat 1 tablespoon of oil in a large pan over low heat. Add the chopped onion and crushed garlic, frying for 5 minutes until softened.
2. Transfer the softened onion and garlic to a large mixing bowl. Add the drained chickpeas, ground cumin, and ground coriander. Mash thoroughly until the chickpeas are broken down.
3. Stir in the chopped parsley and season with salt and pepper to taste. Add the beaten egg and mix everything together with your hands until well combined.
4. Divide the mixture into 6 equal portions and shape each into a ball, then flatten into patties.
5. Heat the remaining 1 tablespoon of oil in the same pan over medium heat.
6. Fry the falafel patties for 3 minutes on each side, or until golden brown and firm.
7. Serve the falafel hot or cold with your choice of couscous, pita bread, or a fresh salad.