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Air-Fried Beetroot Falafel

Air-Fried Beetroot Falafel

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Ramadan Recipes Special: Crispy
Air-Fried Beetroot Falafel

12 mins
Cooking Time
Intermediate
Difficulty
13
Ingredients
Vegan
Diet
If you are looking for special Ramadan recipes, then these air-fried beetroot falafel might intrigue you. They are much healthier thanks to being air-fried and are earthy and slightly sweet because of the beetroot, and packs protein courtesy of the chickpeas. You get a falafel that is not only delicious but striking to look at. It is said to have originated in Egypt, with its spread in Lebanese, Palestinian, and Israeli cuisine. Falafel are a popular Middle Eastern street food and was born at a time when meat was scarce. In the Middle East, falfels are a part of the Ramadan spread, crucial for Arabs to break their fast.

Ingredients

UNITSIngredients
1 cupChickpeas (soaked overnight)
1 mediumRaw beetroot (peeled and chopped)
½ cup Fresh parsley
½ cupFresh coriander
1 small Onion (chopped)
3-4Garlic cloves
1 teaspoon Cumin powder
1 teaspoonCoriander powder
1 teaspoonSalt
½ teaspoonBlack pepper
½ teaspoonBaking powder
2-3 tablespoonsOat flour or chickpea flour
for air fryingCooking oil spray

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Directions

Description - Step 1

Step 1: Soak chickpeas overnight

Rinse the chickpeas and soak them in a large bowl. Cover with several inches of water, as they will expand significantly. Soak overnight or for at least 8-10 hours. Drain well before using.

 

Step 1
Step 1: Soak chickpeas overnight
12 hours (overnight)
Step 2
Step 2: Prepare and blend ingredients
10 Minutes
Step 3
Step 3: Adjust the consistency
5 Minutes
Step 4
Step 4: Shape the falafel
10 Minutes