Falafel Burgers Recipe
Equipment
- 1 Food processor
- 1 mixing bowl
- 1 Skillet or grill pan
- 1 Spatula
- 1 Baking sheet
- 1 Parchment paper
- 1 Measuring cups and spoons
Ingredients
- 1 can (15 oz) chickpeas, drained and rinsed
- 1 small onion, roughly chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- ¼ cup fresh parsley, chopped
- ¼ cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- 1 tsp ground coriander
- ½ tsp ground paprika
- ½ tsp ground black pepper
- ½ tsp salt
- ¼ tsp baking powder
- 3 tbsp all-purpose flour or chickpea flour
- 2 tbsp lemon juice
- 2 tbsp olive oil (for cooking)
For serving:
- Whole wheat or brioche burger buns
- Lettuce leaves
- Sliced tomatoes
- Sliced red onion
- Tzatziki or tahini sauce
- Pickles (optional)
Instructions
1. Prepare the Falafel Mixture:
- In a food processor, add the chickpeas, onion, garlic, parsley, cilantro, cumin, coriander, paprika, black pepper, and salt.Pulse the mixture until it becomes a coarse, grainy texture. Be careful not to over-process; the mixture should be slightly chunky.Transfer the mixture to a mixing bowl.Add the baking powder, flour, and lemon juice, and mix well until the mixture is well combined.Cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes. This resting time helps the mixture firm up, making it easier to form into patties.
2. Form the Falafel Patties:
- After resting, remove the mixture from the refrigerator.Scoop out portions of the mixture (about 1/4 cup for each burger) and form them into patties about 1/2 inch thick. You should get around 4-6 patties.
3. Cook the Falafel Patties:
- Heat a skillet over medium heat and add olive oil.Place the patties in the skillet, ensuring they do not touch each other.Cook the patties for about 3-4 minutes on each side, or until golden brown and crispy.If you prefer baking, preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Place the patties on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper and bake for 15-20 minutes, flipping halfway through until golden brown.
4. Assemble the Burgers:
- Toast the burger buns lightly on the skillet or grill pan for extra flavor.Spread tzatziki or tahini sauce on the bottom half of each bun.Place a falafel patty on top, followed by lettuce, tomato slices, red onion, and pickles if using.Top with more sauce, then cover with the top half of the bun.
Notes
Serving Suggestions:
- Serve these falafel burgers with a side of sweet potato fries or a fresh green salad.
- For a Mediterranean twist, add feta cheese and olives as toppings.