Falafel

Step 1

Wash beans under running water then place in a deep bowl.

Step 2

Cover with water and let it soak for 2-3 hours changing the water once in the middle.

Step 3

Drain beans and place in the food processor.

Step 4

Place all other ingredients except for water. Note1

Step 5

Process until very fine. If you feel the dough texture is rough add 1 tablespoon of water at a time and mix until you get a fine dough.

Step 6

Place the dough in a deep bowl and whisk it hard with an electric mixer or a hand held whisk for about 4 to 5 minutes until it gets foamy and super airy. Note2

Step 7

Heat oil in a heavy bottom skillet or a cast iron skillet.

Step 8

Scoop about 2 tablespoons of the falafel and form into a ball or a disk.

Step 9

Dip the disks from one side into a flat plate of sesame seeds and fry for 2-3 minutes per side until it gets nicely browned all over.

Step 10

Transfer to a paper lined plate.

Step 11

Serve with tahini dip, tomato, pickles, cucumber, onions and green salad.