Why do I need to soak the garbanzo beans for 12 hours?

Soaking the garbanzo beans rehydrates them and makes them easier to grind into the right texture for the falafel mixture without cooking.

Is it safe to use uncooked garbanzo beans in this falafel recipe?

Yes, this recipe specifically calls for uncooked, soaked garbanzo beans, which are ground and then baked, ensuring they are safe and delicious when finished.

How can I tell if my falafel mixture has the right consistency?

The mixture should be roughly chopped but not a paste, and you should be able to form it into a ball that holds its shape. Add more flour if too wet, or a little water if too dry.

What's the best way to ensure my baked falafel gets crispy?

Coating the falafel with oil before baking and flipping them halfway through the 400 degreesF bake time helps achieve a golden, crispy exterior.

Can I prepare these crispy baked falafel ahead of time?

Yes, you can prepare the falafel mixture and store it in the refrigerator for a day or two, or bake the falafel and reheat them gently in an oven or air fryer for crispness.

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Crispy Baked Falafel
[Vegan]

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A plate of golden brown, crispy baked falafel balls, garnished with fresh parsley, alongside a small bowl of tahini sauce.

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Crispy Baked Falafel [Vegan]

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This is such a simple recipe and falafel can be pre made ahead of time and eaten throughout the week! So yum!

Ingredients You Need for Crispy Baked Falafel [Vegan]

2/3 cups garbanzo beans
1 teaspoon coriander
1/2 teaspoon cumin
sprinkle of onion & garlic powder
dash of salt
handful fresh parsley
4 tablespoons flour
1 tablespoon oil

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How to Prepare Crispy Baked Falafel [Vegan]

Soak garbanzo beans for about 12 hours.
Drain garbanzo beans and place in food processor with spices, salt, parsley. You don’t cook the beans.
Grind beans till they’re roughly chopped then add flour. Pulse until the mixture is smaller bits but not a paste. If you can form the mixture into a ball and it holds shape then it’s good to go. Worse case more flour will hope a wet mixture or a little water with help a dry mixture.
Scoop falafel into desired shapes. Coat falafel with oil to bake.
Bake at 400ºF for about 25 minutes or until golden. Flip halfway through.