This warm weather and the little green tomatoes getting fatter every day have me craving a little greek feast! My son and I started making gluten free Falafel months ago. It took a bit of trial and error, but the results are fantastic! I'm the purest in the family...just a plate of fresh tomatoes, falafel and a little dressing. He likes his on a bed of lettuce, salad style. Either way, it's just yummy! Enjoy!
1 can Chickpeas, drained
1/2 cup Onion, diced
1/4 cup packed fresh Parsley leaves
2 cloves Garlic, chopped
2 teaspoons Cumin
1 1/2 teaspoon Salt
1/2 teaspoon ground Coriander
1/2 teaspoon Baking Soda
1/4 teaspoon ground Red Pepper
1/4 teaspoon Xanthum Gum
3 rounded Tablespoons Corn Starch
3 rounded Tablespoons GF All Purpose Flour
Into the bowl of a food processor, place chickpeas, onion, garlic, parsley and remaining seasonings. Process until mixtures is coarsely pureed. Romove the mixture to a bowl and add the flour and cornstarch, mixing well. You should check the mixture at this point, it should be just moist enough to hold together. You can add a small amount of water if needed. Allow mixture to sit while you heat the skillet.
I make patties rather than balls like you get at some restaurants. I like the crunch!
Heat a large skillet with 1/2 inch of oil. Spoon into oil and lightly pat down with the back of a damp spoon to make patties. Fry until brown on the first side and then turn and brown on the second side. About 4 minutes each side.
Tahini Sauce
Stir together:
1/4 cup Tahini
1/4 cup cold Water
1 Tablespoon fresh Lemon juice
Pinch of Salt
Drizzle over the top of your Falafel.
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