Middle_Eastern
Middle Eastern - Salads and Sides
Falafel Salad / Side
Chef's Menu Description
Crisp seasonal garden leaves and fresh vegetables tossed in a vibrant house dressing, finished with toasted seeds and fresh herbs.
Ingredients
- • 250g dried chickpeas, soaked overnight
- • 1 small onion, quartered
- • 4 garlic cloves
- • 1 cup parsley leaves
- • 1/2 cup coriander leaves
- • 2 tsp ground cumin
- • 1 tsp ground coriander
- • 1/2 tsp bicarbonate of soda
- • 1 tsp salt
Preparation Steps
1
Phase 1
Soak the chickpeas overnight, then drain thoroughly.
2
Phase 2
Grind the chickpeas with the onion, garlic, parsley, and coriander to a coarse, sandy consistency.
3
Phase 3
Mix in the cumin, ground coriander, bicarbonate of soda, and salt; chill 1 hour.
4
Phase 4
Form the mixture into small, flat patties.
5
Phase 5
Fry in 5cm of vegetable oil at 180C until deep golden, 3-4 minutes per batch.
6
Phase 6
Drain on paper and serve hot with tahini sauce and salad.