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Crispy Air Fryer Falafel

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Crispy Air Fryer Falafel is a healthier take on the Middle Eastern classic, made with chickpeas, herbs, and spices, then air-fried to golden perfection with a crunchy outside and soft, flavorful inside.

Ingredients

2 cups canned chickpeas, drained and rinsed

1/2 cup fresh parsley leaves, packed

1/2 cup fresh cilantro leaves, packed

1/4 cup onion, finely chopped

3 cloves garlic

1 tsp ground cumin

1 tsp ground coriander

1/2 tsp salt

1/4 tsp black pepper

1/4 tsp cayenne pepper (optional)

1 tsp baking powder

2 tbsp all-purpose flour or chickpea flour

1 tbsp lemon juice

1 tbsp olive oil, for brushing

Pita bread or lettuce wraps (optional, for serving)

Tahini sauce or hummus (optional, for serving)

Sliced cucumbers, tomatoes, and red onion (optional)

Fresh herbs like mint or parsley (optional)

Instructions

  1. In a food processor, combine chickpeas, parsley, cilantro, onion, garlic, cumin, coriander, salt, pepper, cayenne (if using), baking powder, flour, and lemon juice. Pulse until the mixture is combined but still slightly chunky.
  2. Shape the mixture into small balls or patties, about the size of a golf ball.
  3. Lightly brush or spray each falafel with olive oil.
  4. Preheat the air fryer to 375°F (190°C).
  5. Place falafel in the basket in a single layer and cook for 12–15 minutes, flipping halfway through, until golden and crispy.
  6. Serve hot with pita, lettuce wraps, or fresh toppings and sauces.

Notes

For extra greens, add spinach or kale to the mixture.

For more spice, increase cayenne or add chili flakes.

Use chickpea flour instead of all-purpose flour for a gluten-free version.

Prepare mixture up to 24 hours ahead and refrigerate before cooking.

Falafel freezes well, cooked or uncooked, for up to 2 months.

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